Elry Sands Collection, 1942-2013 | The Black Archives History & Research Foundation of South FL, Inc.

By Luis A. Berthin

Collection Overview

Title: Elry Sands Collection, 1942-2013

ID: 01/BAF MS_00217

Extent: 10.0 Linear Feet

Arrangement: This collection was arranged at the folder level, by likeness of content. Documents arranged first alphabetically and chronologically where applicable.

Date Acquired: 03/16/2018

Subjects: Carrie Meek, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Education - Booker T. Washington Jr./ High, Florida A&M University, Fort Valley State College, Kinloch Park Jr. High, Liberty City Elementary, Mount Olivette, Obituaries--Florida., Religion, The Egelloc Civic

Forms of Material: Directories, Obituaries, Programs

Languages: English

Abstract

Elry Sands was a school teacher who dedicated her life to her students, sorority and her church. She was tightly knit within the community as made apparent by the collections content. Obituraries of many, and programs documenting many events within separate and distinct groups show that Mrs. Sands was a pillar of her community.

Scope and Contents of the Materials

The Elry Sands Collection holds many programs documenting the events organized by several Collegiate groups, and churches and local Florida schools. Delta Sigma Theta chapter of FAMU is heavily featured, The Egelloc Civic, Booker T. Washignton, Liberty City Elementary, and George Washignton Carver Jr. High all also appear in collection. Mount Olivette programs and other local churches are also present. Within the collection are also a wide assortment of obituaries.

Subject/Index Terms

Carrie Meek
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Education - Booker T. Washington Jr./ High
Florida A&M University
Fort Valley State College
Kinloch Park Jr. High
Liberty City Elementary
Mount Olivette
Obituaries--Florida.
Religion
The Egelloc Civic

Administrative Information

Repository: The Black Archives History & Research Foundation of South FL, Inc.

Access Restrictions: There are no access restrictions on this material.

Use Restrictions: Finding Aid (c) 2011 The Black Archives, History and Research Foundation, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Permission to publish materials must be obtained in writing from the Director of The Black Archives, History and Research Foundation, Inc. An image license agreement must be signed prior to recording or copying images.

Acquisition Source: Maria Davis

Acquisition Method: Donation

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