Small Collection

This undated poster, measuring 14" x 22", was produced and distributed by the Louisiana State Sovereignty Commission "in the interest of constitutional government." It features an image of Robert E. Lee along with a biographical paragraph on Lee between banner text reading: "This is Your Heritage – Protect It!" The poster was produced to encourage supporters of the Commission and its views to register and vote.

Four postcards showing scenes of the lynching of Ted Smith at Greenville, Texas, on July 28, 1908, 9:30 am. Cards are numbered 2, 3, 5, and 8.

Includes a memorial publication, Huey Pierce Long: The Martyr of the Age, published by the Louisiana State Museum in 1937 as well as a broadside authored by Long "They Must Come to the Mark." Also includes 1934 and 1935 poll book registration certificates indicating the Lloyd Soule as a registered voter; a pledge card to help construct a new sanctuary for Corpus Christi Church; and a 1928 letter in French regarding the Ladies of Bon Secours.