Collections : [Thomas Balch Library]

Thomas Balch Library

Thomas Balch Library
208 West Market Street
Leesburg, Virginia 20176
Primary Collecting Areas:
One of the library’s missions is collecting and preserving printed, manuscript, photographic, cartographic and genealogical documentation of Leesburg, Loudoun County and the surrounding region. The library actively seeks and welcomes donations of original business records, diaries, correspondence and photographs documenting life, culture, and history of Leesburg and Loudoun County. Library collections include over thirty-two thousand books and periodicals, maps, visual collections, newspapers, government records, and manuscripts. The library offers lectures on history and genealogy, classes, and exhibits. Group tours and orientations are available on request and books about local history are available for purchase on-site. Please contact us to find out more about donating to the library, joining our mailing list, or scheduling a tour.
Description:
Thomas Balch Library is a history and genealogy library owned and operated by the Town of Leesburg. Collections focus on Loudoun County, regional and Virginia history, genealogy, military history with special emphasis on the American Civil War, and ethnic history. It is designated as an Underground Railroad research site.
POC: Alexandra S. Gressitt
Phone: (703) 737-7195
Fax: (703) 737-7195
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Address by the Reverend John Dunn 1818

This collection contains an autograph copy of an address delivered 1818 by the Reverend John Dunn before the officers and membership the Olive Branch and United Brethren Lodges of the Free and Accepted Masons. The text used for the address was from Hebrews XIII.1 "Let brotherly love continue." The document is 41pp hand sewn hinge with one loose page. According to a note on the cover, the sermon was published by S. B. T. Caldwell, publisher of the Genius of Liberty.
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Address by the Reverend John Dunn 1818

Unknown. Transferred to Thomas Balch Library in 1994 from Loudoun County Public Library.
This collection contains an autograph copy of an address delivered 1818 by the Reverend John Dunn before the officers and membership the Olive Branch and United Brethren Lodges of the Free and Accepted Masons. The text used for the address was from Hebrews XIII.1 "Let brotherly love continue." The document is 41pp hand sewn hinge with one loose page. According to a note on the cover, the sermon was published by S. B. T. Caldwell, publisher of the Genius of Liberty.
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African American Architectural Surveys In Loudoun County, VA 2004

Two hundred and ten files of architectural surveys prepared for the Black History Committee of Friends of the Thomas Balch Library, Inc. and the County of Loudoun, DepartmHistory Matters of Washington, D.C.ent of Planning by
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African American Architectural Surveys In Loudoun County, VA 2004

Two hundred and ten files of architectural surveys prepared for the Black History Committee of Friends of the Thomas Balch Library, Inc. and the County of Loudoun, DepartmHistory Matters of Washington, D.C.ent of Planning by
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Agreement between Lemuel Norris and Loudoun County 1874

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This collection consists of a handwritten draft agreement regarding a contract awarded to Lemuel Norris by the "Court of Loudoun" for the construction of a bridge on the Leesburg/Georgetown Turnpike. Dates, other than the year, are left blank, and there are no signatures on the document.
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Agreement between Lemuel Norris and Loudoun County 1874 1 item

Formerly part of Loudoun County Historical Society Collections
This collection consists of a handwritten draft agreement regarding a contract awarded to Lemuel Norris by the "Court of Loudoun" for the construction of a bridge on the Leesburg/Georgetown Turnpike. Dates, other than the year, are left blank, and there are no signatures on the document.
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A Guide to the Loudoun County Architectural Surveys Supplement 2003

The collection includes 747 file folders covering sites and structures in all sections of Loudoun County and is in addition to the Lewis/Edwards files of historic sites.
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A Guide to the Loudoun County Architectural Surveys Supplement 2003

County of Loudoun, Department of Planning
The collection includes 747 file folders covering sites and structures in all sections of Loudoun County and is in addition to the Lewis/Edwards files of historic sites.
Thomas Balch Library

Aldie Horticultural Society Records, 1923-2013

Photocopies of minutes, roll call records, programs, and brochures of places visited by the members of the Aldie Horticultural Society from 1923-2013.
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Aldie Horticultural Society Records, 1923-2013

Aldie Horticultural Society
Photocopies of minutes, roll call records, programs, and brochures of places visited by the members of the Aldie Horticultural Society from 1923-2013.
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Aldie Methodist Church Minutes 1962-1965

This collection contains copies of the minutes of the Aldie United Methodist Church. The minutes include information on the finances of the church (bills paid, funds on hand), planned events (conferences, community dinners), reports on the youth and children's ministries and election of new officials. The years range from 1962 to 1965 with the bulk between 1962 and 1964.
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Aldie Methodist Church Minutes 1962-1965

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This collection contains copies of the minutes of the Aldie United Methodist Church. The minutes include information on the finances of the church (bills paid, funds on hand), planned events (conferences, community dinners), reports on the youth and children's ministries and election of new officials. The years range from 1962 to 1965 with the bulk between 1962 and 1964.
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Aldie Ruritan Records 1972-2001 1973-1999

The collection consists of secretary and treasurer's records from 1973-2001. It includes membership lists, attendance, and minutes as well some loose bank statements and other documents.
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Aldie Ruritan Records 1972-2001 1973-1999

Aldie Ruritan
The collection consists of secretary and treasurer's records from 1973-2001. It includes membership lists, attendance, and minutes as well some loose bank statements and other documents.
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Alexander McIntyre/William Moore Land Indenture, 1840

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This collection consists of one Indenture dated 1 June 1840 transferring 200 acres of land near Waterford, Loudoun County, Virginia, from Alexander McIntyre to William H. Moore for the sum of $300. An undivided 1/8th part interest of the sale was given to the provision of the widow of Patrick McIntyre and mother of Alexander McIntyre, Mary McIntyre. This land was located adjacent to the lands of Abraham Skillman and William Wilkinson.

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Alexander McIntyre/William Moore Land Indenture, 1840 1 item

Loudoun County Historical Society, Leesburg, VA

This collection consists of one Indenture dated 1 June 1840 transferring 200 acres of land near Waterford, Loudoun County, Virginia, from Alexander McIntyre to William H. Moore for the sum of $300. An undivided 1/8th part interest of the sale was given to the provision of the widow of Patrick McIntyre and mother of Alexander McIntyre, Mary McIntyre. This land was located adjacent to the lands of Abraham Skillman and William Wilkinson.

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Alexandria, Loudoun & Hampshire Railroad Account Book, Guilford, VA 1860-1868 1866-1868

8" x 12" account book includes accounts detailing freight sent and received and list of ticket sales at the Guilford Railroad Station.
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American Association of University Women, Loudoun Branch Records 1973-1998

The collection contains the records of American Association of University Women, Loudoun Branch from 1973-1998.
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