An Arabic travel journal written by Joseph Oussani detailing his journey from Baghdad, Iraq, to the 1893 Chicago World's Columbian Exposition in Illinois. A translation by Leon Bushara is also included.
A bank note stating that Joseph Oussani will pay Gladys Oussani $1000 plus interest one year from that day, dated 15 August 1919. A written note on item states it was paid 16 August 1920.
An application for employment certificate for Joseph Romanus to work at Washington Mills. It lists his residence as 140 Lowell St., place of birth as Syria, and age as 15.
A physician's certificate of health certifying that Joseph Romanus is older than 16 years old. It is signed and dated July 3, 1919, but otherwise not filled out.
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on May 13, 1913, sent to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner P. A. Baker. It certifies that Joseph Saade arrived in the United States…
An application for employment certificate for Ebbie Joseph, or Habibe Joseph Essad [Joseph Sabibe]. It lists their residence as 95 Elm St., birthdate as June 10, 1895, and birthplace as Syria. It is stamped by F.E. Harding, overseer of the Arlington…
This immigration record was produced at Ellis Island on October 31, 1912, sent to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, and signed by Acting Commissioner Byron Hall. It certifies that Jousef Essad Sabibe arrived in the…
Naturalization Papers for George Joseph Safy dated 2 Nov 1903. Occupation listed as cigar dealer. Year of arrival listed as 1894. Reference testimony given by Anthony M. Nofal.
A letter from Byron Hall, acting Commissioner of the United States Immigration Service, to Bernard M. Sheridan, Superintendent of Schools in Lawrence, MA, sent on May 18, 1912. It states that his office was unable to verify that Joseph Schickrie was…
A school record for Joseph Shaheen, born July 15, 1900, and resident at 313 Oak St. It lists information about their studies at the Oliver School and lists father's name as Abdella Shaheen.
A photograph of Joseph Zaytoun with his three sons, Stephen Zaytoun, Robert Zaytoun, and Albert Zaytoun all dressed in suits and standing outside amongst trees.
A photograph of Joseph Zaytoun and Thelma Knuckley's wedding. Two men in dark-colored suits stand next to Joseph Zaytoun, who is wearing his formal military uniform. On his right stands Thelma Knuckley who is holding a small bouquet and is wearing a…
A document from the State of North Carolina Executive Department appointing Joseph Zaytoun a member of the State Board of Elections and signed by Governor Terry Sanford and Secretary of State Thad A. Eure. This was signed on August 17, 1961, for a…
A certificate presented to Joseph Ellis Zaytoun by the State of North Carolina reappointing him to the Tryon Palace Commission. The certificate is signed by Governor James B. Hunt, Jr., and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall. The Tryon Palace…
A black and white photograph of Joseph Zaytoun posing with his hand on his left leg. He is wearing a military uniform with what seems to be Lieutenant bars on his collar. At the bottom, it reads, "The picture you just came from was taken in front of…
A portrait photograph of Joseph Zaytoun during his time at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in 1941. He is wearing a light-colored, striped suit with a dark-colored patterned tie.
A portrait photograph of Joseph Zaytoun in his military uniform and garrison cap during World War II. On his coat pocket, shirt collar, and cap he is wearing a multitude of pins.
A New Bern High School monogram certificate awarded to Joseph Zaytoun for superior work in football from 1936 to 1937. Signed below by Coach Frank J. Alkston and Principal J.M. Shields.
A photograph of Joseph Zaytoun's office wall and decorative table. On the table stands several photographs of Joseph Zaytoun in military uniform and a few books. On the wall hangs a variety of framed certificates, articles, and photos.
A transcript of a talk given by Joseph Zaytoun to the Triangle Lebanese Association about the impact of Lebanese in America, in which he speaks about his family's experience living in North Carolina.
A photograph of Joseph and Thelma Knuckley Zaytoun sitting down while their three sons, Stephen Zaytoun, Robert Zaytoun, and Albert Zaytoun stand with an unknown woman. A variety of foods and drinks are scattered on the counter in front of them.
