Letter from the National Committee of Gibran that gives context to the organization and the work, "The World of Kahlil Gibran" (a folder filled with reproductions of Gibran's art, personal writings, and photographs of his space and hometown), in…
A photograph of Kahlil Gibran's bedroom in New York. A large tapestry of Jesus hangs on the wall along with a crucifix and some art. An armour with mirrors is in the left corner and his bed, covered in multiple pillows, is positioned near the center.…
A photograph of inside a house in Bisharri, Lebanon, described by the National Council of Gibran as his "birthplace." The walls of the inside of the home are bare and supporting columns, which meet in arches near the ceiling, cut through the room.
A photograph of inside a house in Bisharri, Lebanon, described by the National Council of Gibran as his "birthplace." Featured in the center of the photograph is a damaged rattan rocking chair. A metal four pole bed frame is in the right corner, and…
A photograph of Kahlil Gibran's desk. The desk is extended open, with books and a candlestick resting on its top, and paper, an inkwell, and books on its writing surface. A wooden and leather chair is pushed away from the desk and a leather carrying…
A photograph of Kahlil Gibran's studio in New York with his art framed and displayed around the room. Art is hung on the walls and displayed on an easel.
Poem, "The Blind Poet," handwritten by Kahlil Gibran.
The Blind Poet - Kahlil
I have been blinded by light,
the very sun that gave -- -- day
Gave me my night - how dream
And yet I am a --
While you -- sit Where
life gave you birth
-- dearest…
Folder titled "The World of Kahlil Gibran." created by the National Committee of Gibran in 1971. The folder was filled with reproductions of Gibran's drawing and personal writings, photographs of his New York bedroom, and photographs of his…
Reproduction of a prayer written out by Kahlil Gibran reading, "We all pray. Some of us pray with -- and others pray without --- for this human heart though seemingly silent, is -- quivering with songs (is ever singing its holy song before the holy…
An application for employment certificate for Bashir Simon to work at Washington Mills. It lists their residence as 27 Pine St., place of birth as Syria, and present age as 14 years.
Caption from Trey Matthews: "Victor and Joseph with uncle. This is Victor and Joseph Safy, sons of Joseph and Susie Safy. They are pictured with their uncle Majeed Safy. Majeed is the brother of their mother, Susie."
Death Certificate for George Joseph Safy, son of Joseph and Sophie Safy and husband of Susie Safy Rabil. George Joseph Safy was born on January 4, 1877, in Mt. Lebanon, Syria, and died on July 18, 1924, in Weldon, North Carolina. He was buried in…
From Trey Matthews: "Wedding announcement for Alice Eugene Safy - Kingsport Times-News, 4 Aug 1946, p. 4B. Alice is the daughter of Joseph and Susie Safy." Safy married Frank Milton Lewis.
From Trey Matthews: "Death Certificate for Sue Olga Safy. Daughter of George Joseph and Susie Safy. Born 3 May 1916, Marion Co, SC. Died 14 Jan 1937, Rocky Mount, NC. Buried in Pineview Cemetery, Rocky Mount, NC." Olga was living in Rocky Mount and…
From Trey Matthews: "Joseph Safy, son of George Joseph and Susie Safy. Joseph was killed in action when his plane was shot down over Germany during WWII on 9 Sep 1944. He was interred in Lorraine American Cemetery in France."
A portrait of George Victor Safy, son of George Joseph and Susie Safy. Though undated, the photograph was likely taken when Victor was a young man, circa 1944.
From Trey Matthews: "Wedding photo of George Victor Safy and Agnes Harper Ellen, 11 Nov 1951. Pictured Left to Right are: Grace Anderson Ellen (mother of the bride), James T. Ellen (brother of the bride), Unknown, Unknown, Agnes Ellen (bride), Victor…
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.
From Trey Matthews: "Passport Application for George Joseph Safy dated 6 Aug 1904. Birth date listed as 4 Jan 1877 in Syria. Year of arrival listed as 1894. Witnessed by Salim B. Nofal."
Caption from Trey Matthews: "Passenger list for the S.S. Majestic, departing Chergourg, [sic] France, arriving in New York 21 Aug 1907. Listed are George and Soosan (Susie) Safy."
A photograph of the Saleh family in the Neomonde Baking Company. Though undated, the photograph is estimated to date from the late 1970s or early 1980s.
A picture of Sam Saleh with members of the Joyner family. The Joyners served as mentors to Sam after the Saleh family immigrated to Raleigh, North Carolina.
A short profile of Cecilia Saleh, conducted with the translation help of her son, Sam. The brief interview touches on Cecilia's immigration to the United States and her role in the family business.
