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1907 June 27 - envelope front, May to Blanche Peden Payne

1907 June 27 - envelope back, May to Blanche Peden Payne

1907 June 27 - page 1, May to Blanche Peden Payne

1907 June 27 - page 2, May to Blanche Peden Payne

1907 June 27 - page 3, May to Blanche Peden Payne

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Fourth of July parade in Lincoln, Nebraska circa 1895.

"Lincoln's Fourth of July in 1907." History Nebraska Blog. Accessed January 9, 2024. https://history.nebraska.gov/lincolns-fourth-of-july-in-1907/

Inferences and Additional Questions

1. What is May making for Blanche?

2. What kind of disease does Mary have?

Transcription

Object Description

  • Contributing Institution - Piedmont Historical Preservation Society
  • Collection Name - Margaret Payne Collection
  • Language - English
  • Rights - Copyright held by the Piedmont Historical Preservation Society; no reproduction without written consent from the Piedmont Historical Preservation Society.
  • Notes – Handwritten letter dated June 27, 1907. Three pages. Includes envelope, postmarked June 27, 1907, 6:30PM, from Greenville, SC.

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-The Panic of 1907

The Panic of 1907, also known as the 1907 Bankers' Panic, was a severe financial crisis that occurred in the United States. It was a significant event in the history of American finance and had far-reaching consequences for the U.S. economy. The panic was triggered by a combination of factors, including a run on several banks, the collapse of a major brokerage firm, and a general loss of confidence in the financial system. One of the main causes was the frenzy and excessive risk-taking that had characterized the U.S. financial markets in the years leading up to the crisis. J.P. Morgan and other wealthy Wall Street bankers played a crucial role in stabilizing the financial system during the panic. They pledged their own funds to support surrounding struggling banks and restore confidence in the banking system. The Panic of 1907 resulted in a severe recession, with a sharp decline in industrial production and widespread unemployment. Stock prices plummeted and many businesses and banks went bankrupt. The panic caused the push for financial reform and the establishment of a more stable banking system. In 1912, the Federal Reserve System was created to provide a central bank capable of managing monetary policy, ensuring the stability of the financial system, and preventing future panics. 

 

 

“The Panic of 1907.” Federal Reserve History. Accessed October 13, 2023. https://www.federalreservehistory.org/essays/panic-of-1907.

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-Cedar Falls Park

Cedar Falls Park in Fountain Inn, SC, is a recreational area known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. Cedar Falls Park is situated along the Reedy River and is part of the Greenville County Recreational District. The park had been a local favorite for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and nature lovers for many years. It's known for its natural waterfall, Cedar Falls, which is a prominent feature of the park.