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  • Tags: Biographies

Date: March 2015
This timeline of the life of Father Nicola Yanney was written and compiled by Fr. Chirstopher Morris of St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in Kearney, Nebraska with the help of the Yanney family. Fr. Nicola Yanney was an important figure in the…
Yanney, Nicola timeline.pdf

Commemorative booklet for the dedication ceremony of St. Anthony's Antiochian Orthodox Church of Butler, Pennsylvania. Includes a biography of Metropolitan Philip Saliba, a brief history of St. Anthony's, correspondence, messages from local sponsors…
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/NS0021/ns0021_parishcommemorative12.pdf

Program booklet for the celebration of Father Samuel B. David's elevation to Archpriest. Includes a biography of Father David, a program for the event at the Hilton Hotel in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a list of patrons.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/NS0021/ns0021_parishcommemorative9.pdf

Date: undated
Biographies of Fred A. Kadane Sr. and George E. Kadane from unknown larger collections of biographies.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0053/kc0053_003.pdf

A biography of George Kadane Sr. by Fred Kadane, dictated to Hannah Kadan in Wichita Falls, Texas on Stepmber 9, 1945.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0053/kc0053_002.pdf

Date: 1946 April
Autobiography of Fred A. Kadane, titled "The Story of My Life."
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0053/kc0053_001.pdf

Date: 2019
A family history written by Maximo Kuri focused on his father's side that documents his family's life in, and leading up to leaving, Lebanon and the life of the Khourys in South Africa, in Mexico, and in Canada.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0055/kc0055_021.pdf

Newspaper article from August 27, 1964, concerning the death and funeral of Shikrallah Farris. Farris died from a sudden heart attack on August 21, 1964. The article provides a photograph of Farris, a brief biography of Farris, an account of his…
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0024/kc0024_025.pdf

Date: undated
A typed document written by one of Alma Farris's grandchildren, Kathryn. It contains some of her childhood memories of spending time with her "Sitho" (grandmother) in Elizabethtown, North Carolina.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0024/kc0024_022.pdf

Date: undated
A typed document written by one of Alma Farris's grandchildren, Lee Anne. It contains some of her childhood memories of spending time with her "Sitho" (grandmother) in Elizabethtown, North Carolina.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0024/kc0024_021.pdf

An newspaper article profiling the youngest daughter of Sam and Helen Parker, Magdalen Parker Mileski. At the time of the article, Mileski was an English teacher at Ragsdale Senior High School in High Point, North Carolina. The article details her…
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0024/kc0024_008.pdf

Date: 2007 June 4
A newspaper article published after the death of Magdalen Parker Mileski. The piece is a remembrance of her many years of teaching and the influence she had on her former students as a demanding, yet kind, high school English teacher. The article…
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0024/kc0024_007.pdf

A typed biography of Joseph Zaytoun that includes various sections listing his accomplishments and affiliations
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0030/kc0030_002.pdf

An article that includes an interview with Joseph Zaytoun about his life and work. Includes a list of all of his accomplishments and affiliations.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0030/kc0030_007.pdf

Date: circa 1958
This manuscript by Aelyas Kassab is a history of the Kassab family and a biography of Aelyas's own life. It begins with Aelyas's grandfather Elyas Kassab, born in 1814, and traces the family through the 19th century
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0035/kc0035_003.pdf

Date: 1954
"Memoirs" by Wadea Kassab recounts Wadea's life from his childhood in Damascus and Bloudan, to his immigration to America in 1889, and through his pursuit of education and a career in dentistry.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0035/kc0035_002.pdf

Date: undated
Page 1: Literary excerpts. Page 2: excerpts about the life of Viscount Philippe de Tarrazi.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/AttallahLetters/TAttallah2020-194.pdf

Date: undated
Excerpts about the lives of saints and historical figures. Names included: Constantine I, Ephrem the Syrian, Saint Basil the Great, (last name not clear).
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/AttallahLetters/TAttallah2020-238.pdf

Date: 2010s
Resident Spotlight of Nell Kahdy from The Heritage, where Nell and George lived. The spotlight gives a page-long overview of Nell's life and accomplishments.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0026/Kahdy2015_054.pdf

Date: 2000s
George Kahdy Autobiography, 2000-2014.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0026/Kahdy2015_090.pdf

Date: 2000s
Nell Kahdy Autobiography, 2000-2014.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0026/Kahdy2015_091.pdf

Date: 2015 July 06
Nell Mettrey Kahdy Scrapbook copy. The beginning of the book features a letter/speech written by Ronnie. The book itself also features a number of article clippings, notes from other family members, and family photos.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/kc0026/Kahdy2019_249.pdf

Date: 1912
A book detailing Layyah A. Brakat's life that focuses primarily on her religious testimony.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0064/kc0064_1_2_message.pdf

Date: undated
A document written by Alfred Ellis in Latin that looks to talk about himself and his life.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2020-837.pdf

Date: circa 2000s
An article written by Kail Ellis on Adla Hobeiche (full name spelled Adla Fadl el Khazen Hobeiche), his grandmother circa 2000s.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2018-408.pdf

Date: 2000
An article written by Kail Ellis on Mariam Hobeiche and her life at the Mar Elias Convent in Ghazir, Lebanon. The Khayrallah Center does not hold the original copy of this item.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2018-402.pdf

Date: circa 2000s
An article written by Kail Ellis on Khalil Hobeiche (spelled Kalil).
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2018-390.pdf

An email from Kail Ellis regarding the family history of Zakia Sukarye (Zakia Haddad), dated 4 February 2001.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2018-380.pdf

Date: circa 2000s
An article written by Kail Ellis on Zakia Butrus Sukarye (Zakia Haddad) undated.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2018-379.pdf

Date: circa 2000s
An article written by Kail Ellis on the history of Sami El Solh, Lebanese Sunni Muslim politician and Prime Minister of Lebanon in the 1940s and 1950s.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/EllisCollection/KEllis2018-377.pdf

Date: 1929 May 15
Houghton Mifflin Company Book Newsletter, dated January 9, 1929. is mentioned part way down as the author of "The Maker of Modern Arabia," a biography of Ibn Sa'oud and has just returned to America after seven years in Mt. Lebanon.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/f2xdysfm1tkqj9e/AR37_240c.jpg

Interview with George El-Khouri about the legacy of his father Joseph El-Khouri.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2015_04_027.pdf

Lions International Nomination of Joe El-Khouri for District Governor 31A at Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The pamphlet contains brief biographical information in addition to a list of Joe El-Khouri's many community contributions.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2015_04_011.pdf

First Personality of the Week article about Joe's life and a story about his wedding day.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2015_04_041.pdf

Date: 2010
A written account of Joseph and Rose El-Khouri's relationship on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2015_04_016.pdf

Date: 1987
A brief biographical description of Joseph El-Khouri from an unknown publication, focusing on his civic contributions on both local and state levels.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2015_04_009.pdf

Date: circa 1967
A handwritten note listing important details about Joseph El-Khouri's life.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_01_017.pdf

Date: 2009 June 18
An article published in The Yadkin Ripple concerning Corey Martin (son of Theresa El-Khouri and Phil Martin) and his recruitment into the Chicago Cubs.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_12_052.pdf

The transcription of the speech given by Dot Mason (the Executive Director of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce) about the life, achievements, and contributions of Joseph El-Khouri.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_12_045.pdf

An article from the Andrews Journal about Joseph El-Khouri and his role in the community.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_12_004.pdf

An article published in The Sampson Independent about the biography and duties of various NC Justice Academy at Salemburg faculty, including George M. El-Khouri, Joseph's son.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_12_046.pdf

An article in the Asheville Citizen-Times about Joseph El-Khouri's biography and public service. Attached was a business card for the Advertising Manager at the Asheville Citizen-Times.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_12_013.pdf

A program outlining the history of the Maronite rite, Rev. George J. Webby's biography, the First Solemn High Mass, the dinner menu, speakers, and the benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
https://lebanesestudies.omeka.chass.ncsu.edu/uploads/KC0023/kc0023_2016_11_008.pdf
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