Primary Documents
Document 1: 1860 US Census
United States census recording from 1860. It was recorded on the 11th of June 1860 and is for families in residence in the the town of Peebles, in the County of Allegheny in the state of Pennsylvania. It is listed alphabetically and is handwritten. This census is used by the United States government to keep track of its citizens and the sizes of cities throughout the country. At this time, Dallas Sanders was 12 years old and living with his family. The family entry is at the bottom of the given page, starting with Hon. William Wilkins (Sander's grandfather on his mother's side), who was a lawyer. They are the only family listed with a given real estate value ($20,000) and personal estate value ($10,000).
Ancestry.com. Census Year: 1860; Census Place: Peebles, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll: M653_1064; Page: 472; Family History Library Film: 805064. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
United States census recording from 1860. It was recorded on the 11th of June 1860 and is for families in residence in the the town of Peebles, in the County of Allegheny in the state of Pennsylvania. It is listed alphabetically and is handwritten. This census is used by the United States government to keep track of its citizens and the sizes of cities throughout the country. At this time, Dallas Sanders was 12 years old and living with his family. The family entry is at the bottom of the given page, starting with Hon. William Wilkins (Sander's grandfather on his mother's side), who was a lawyer. They are the only family listed with a given real estate value ($20,000) and personal estate value ($10,000).
Ancestry.com. Census Year: 1860; Census Place: Peebles, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll: M653_1064; Page: 472; Family History Library Film: 805064. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
Document 2: 1863 Freshman Directory
The following is a student directory from the Western University of Pennsylvania from the year 1863. As shown, Dallas Sanders is listed as a freshman in the institution at this time. His town of residence was Homewood, a neighborhood located in Pittsburgh. There were thirteen other students in his freshman class. The catalogue was created to document the officers and students in the university that were enrolled and working at the school at the end of the academic year, which ended on June 26th, 1863.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Freshman Class, 1863. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
The following is a student directory from the Western University of Pennsylvania from the year 1863. As shown, Dallas Sanders is listed as a freshman in the institution at this time. His town of residence was Homewood, a neighborhood located in Pittsburgh. There were thirteen other students in his freshman class. The catalogue was created to document the officers and students in the university that were enrolled and working at the school at the end of the academic year, which ended on June 26th, 1863.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Freshman Class, 1863. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
Document 3: 1864 Sophomore Directory
This document is an excerpt from the catalogue of all the classes taken by students in Western University of Pennsylvania, organized by year and term. It is taken from the end of year directory published by the school in 1863.Seeing that Sanders was a sophomore at the university in this year, it is listed that he would have likely been enrolled in basic courses of Latin, Greek, Mathematics, and English Language. He, along with his peers, studied algebra, grammar, prose, and other concepts in their courses. The catalogue was created to inform the students, faculty and families of the student about the school, and class they could take once enrolled.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Sophomore Class, 1864. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
This document is an excerpt from the catalogue of all the classes taken by students in Western University of Pennsylvania, organized by year and term. It is taken from the end of year directory published by the school in 1863.Seeing that Sanders was a sophomore at the university in this year, it is listed that he would have likely been enrolled in basic courses of Latin, Greek, Mathematics, and English Language. He, along with his peers, studied algebra, grammar, prose, and other concepts in their courses. The catalogue was created to inform the students, faculty and families of the student about the school, and class they could take once enrolled.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Sophomore Class, 1864. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
Directory Document 4: 1864 Sophomore Directory
This is an excerpt from the directory of The University of Western Pennsylvania in the year 1864, which would have been Dallas Sanders’s sophomore year at that school. The directory lists the trustees, faculty, and students at the school. There are also sections detailing the terms of admission, the courses, and student exercises. It includes a chart on tuition and a calendar of vacation days.Sanders is listed in the sophomore class with six other classmates. His residence is again the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Homewood. As seen in the second photograph, Sanders and his classmates would have taken Latin, Greek, and mathematics in their second year of university.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Sophomore Class, 1864. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
This is an excerpt from the directory of The University of Western Pennsylvania in the year 1864, which would have been Dallas Sanders’s sophomore year at that school. The directory lists the trustees, faculty, and students at the school. There are also sections detailing the terms of admission, the courses, and student exercises. It includes a chart on tuition and a calendar of vacation days.Sanders is listed in the sophomore class with six other classmates. His residence is again the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Homewood. As seen in the second photograph, Sanders and his classmates would have taken Latin, Greek, and mathematics in their second year of university.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Sophomore Class, 1864. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
Document 5: Bio of Dallas Sanders
This document is an excerpt from the Report of the Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and is a biography of Dallas Sanders. The entire book is made of of biographies of lawyers that were admitted to the bar.
This document reinforces what was found in other documents such as his father’s job title, his educational career, and his career as a lawyer. It also reveals new information about how Dallas Sanders was appointed by the Board of Judges to be a member of the Board of City Trusts in 1893, replacing Judge James Campbell. He served this position for twelve years. After leaving that role, Dallas became a Civil Service Commissioner. It also mentions Dallas’ philanthropic efforts as well as his pastimes such as rowing. This document served to help the biography because it shares many specifics of Dallas’ career that were not highlighted in other documents.
“Report of the Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association.” Report of the Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, by Pennsylvania Bar Association., vol. 13, Rarebooksclub Com, pp. 152–153.
This document is an excerpt from the Report of the Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and is a biography of Dallas Sanders. The entire book is made of of biographies of lawyers that were admitted to the bar.
This document reinforces what was found in other documents such as his father’s job title, his educational career, and his career as a lawyer. It also reveals new information about how Dallas Sanders was appointed by the Board of Judges to be a member of the Board of City Trusts in 1893, replacing Judge James Campbell. He served this position for twelve years. After leaving that role, Dallas became a Civil Service Commissioner. It also mentions Dallas’ philanthropic efforts as well as his pastimes such as rowing. This document served to help the biography because it shares many specifics of Dallas’ career that were not highlighted in other documents.
“Report of the Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association.” Report of the Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, by Pennsylvania Bar Association., vol. 13, Rarebooksclub Com, pp. 152–153.
Document 6: 1865 Junior Year Directory
This is an excerpt from the directory of The University of Western Pennsylvania in the year 1865, which would have been Dallas Sanders’s junior year at that school. The directory lists the trustees, faculty, and students at the school. There are also sections detailing the terms of admission, the courses, and student exercises. It includes a chart on tuition and a calendar of vacation days.Sanders is listed in the junior class with four other classmates. His residence is again the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Homewood. Dallas’s brother, Richard Hawes was enrolled in Western University’s preparatory classic school. Richard also lived in Homewood, so it is possible the brothers lived together during this year. As seen on page 14 of the directory, Dallas would have taken Latin, mathematics, physics, philosophy, Greek, history, and national history courses. Page 17 lists his tuition as $2,500 per term. Richard’s tuition was $1,800 per term.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Junior Class, 1865. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
This is an excerpt from the directory of The University of Western Pennsylvania in the year 1865, which would have been Dallas Sanders’s junior year at that school. The directory lists the trustees, faculty, and students at the school. There are also sections detailing the terms of admission, the courses, and student exercises. It includes a chart on tuition and a calendar of vacation days.Sanders is listed in the junior class with four other classmates. His residence is again the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Homewood. Dallas’s brother, Richard Hawes was enrolled in Western University’s preparatory classic school. Richard also lived in Homewood, so it is possible the brothers lived together during this year. As seen on page 14 of the directory, Dallas would have taken Latin, mathematics, physics, philosophy, Greek, history, and national history courses. Page 17 lists his tuition as $2,500 per term. Richard’s tuition was $1,800 per term.
Western University of Pennsylvania. University Junior Class, 1865. Print. Archives. University of Pittsburgh Archives and Library
Document 7: 1868 Philadelphia Directory
Philadelphia City directory published in 1868. It is listed alphabetically and was used to identify citizens in the city to inform anyone looking for someone with a certain profession or for a family member or friend. In this directory, Dallas Sanders is listed separately from both of his parents, as at this time Dallas Sanders would have been about 20 years old. In this typewritten directory, Dallas Sanders is listed first, and is listed as a student (probably a student or intern of another lawyer, as he had already graduated from university). His address is listed as 410 South 15th Street, but studying at 222 South 4th Street. His father, John Sanders had died back in Pittsburgh, and his mother, Maria Sanders, is listed as the widowed housewife of John Sanders, with the same address as Dallas, meaning they lived together at this point in Dallas Sanders’ career.
Ancestry.com. U.S. City Directories, 1868 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
Philadelphia City directory published in 1868. It is listed alphabetically and was used to identify citizens in the city to inform anyone looking for someone with a certain profession or for a family member or friend. In this directory, Dallas Sanders is listed separately from both of his parents, as at this time Dallas Sanders would have been about 20 years old. In this typewritten directory, Dallas Sanders is listed first, and is listed as a student (probably a student or intern of another lawyer, as he had already graduated from university). His address is listed as 410 South 15th Street, but studying at 222 South 4th Street. His father, John Sanders had died back in Pittsburgh, and his mother, Maria Sanders, is listed as the widowed housewife of John Sanders, with the same address as Dallas, meaning they lived together at this point in Dallas Sanders’ career.
Ancestry.com. U.S. City Directories, 1868 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
Document 8: 1872 Law Academy of Philadelphia
This article is an excerpt from The Philadelphia Inquirer from Friday, May 10th 1872. The article reads “Law Academy of Philadelphia. At a meeting of the Law Academy of Philadelphia, held Wednesday evening, the 8th inst., the following gentlemen were elected to serve for the session of 1872 and ‘73.” The article was written to inform the citizens in Philadelphia of their newly elected officials and was printed in the Inquirer. It continues down to list the members of the newly elected officials of the Law Academy of Philadelphia, citing Dallas Sanders as the president. This was the start of Dallas Sanders important reign in Philadelphia as a prominent Democratic leader in the city. This assisted us in the completion of our paper by providing us with information surrounding Dallas’ role as a leader and how he began to have an influence in Philadelphia.
Law Academy of Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Inquirer. (10 May, 1872) Retrieved from: newspapers.com
This article is an excerpt from The Philadelphia Inquirer from Friday, May 10th 1872. The article reads “Law Academy of Philadelphia. At a meeting of the Law Academy of Philadelphia, held Wednesday evening, the 8th inst., the following gentlemen were elected to serve for the session of 1872 and ‘73.” The article was written to inform the citizens in Philadelphia of their newly elected officials and was printed in the Inquirer. It continues down to list the members of the newly elected officials of the Law Academy of Philadelphia, citing Dallas Sanders as the president. This was the start of Dallas Sanders important reign in Philadelphia as a prominent Democratic leader in the city. This assisted us in the completion of our paper by providing us with information surrounding Dallas’ role as a leader and how he began to have an influence in Philadelphia.
Law Academy of Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Inquirer. (10 May, 1872) Retrieved from: newspapers.com
Document 9: 1880 Philadelphia Census
This was pictured in the Philadelphia Census from 1880. It is handwritten but can still be read. The census is taken to keep track of the citizens in the city but also to offer information to those in the future about what the city used to be like. The census was taken before Dallas was married and before he had any children. It confirms that Dallas Sanders is a lawyer born in Pennsylvania. His father is not listed on this census, seeing that he died before the census was taken. It does list his siblings and his mother, and shows the birthplace of his parents. His mother Maria was born in Pennsylvania and his father was born in Kentucky. This document contributed to our paper because it confirmed the fact that Dallas Sanders was a lawyer in Pennsylvania.
Year: 1880; Census Place: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1170; Page: 144D; Enumeration District: 125
This was pictured in the Philadelphia Census from 1880. It is handwritten but can still be read. The census is taken to keep track of the citizens in the city but also to offer information to those in the future about what the city used to be like. The census was taken before Dallas was married and before he had any children. It confirms that Dallas Sanders is a lawyer born in Pennsylvania. His father is not listed on this census, seeing that he died before the census was taken. It does list his siblings and his mother, and shows the birthplace of his parents. His mother Maria was born in Pennsylvania and his father was born in Kentucky. This document contributed to our paper because it confirmed the fact that Dallas Sanders was a lawyer in Pennsylvania.
Year: 1880; Census Place: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1170; Page: 144D; Enumeration District: 125
Document 10: 5/6/1880 Millheim Journal Delegates List
This excerpt from the Millheim Journal lists the delegates “at large.” Dallas Sanders is listed on here, seeing that he was a political figure as early as 1880, when he was only 32 years old. The article was used to inform the Philadelphia readers of their newly elected delegates at this time. He was a part of the Democratic party, and was listed among many other delegates from different wards.The article has no details about the election or what Dallas Sanders could do with such a position, but it gives an outlook on the timeline of Dallas Sanders and what he was able to accomplish in his short life. At only 32, he was a delegate for his ward in Philadelphia, which was impressive for the time. He would go on to use this popularity to be elected for higher and more respected positions in the city. This contributed to our paper because it informed us of his position as a delegate and the start of his political career.
Millheim Journal. [volume] (Millheim, Pa.), 06 May 1880. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
This excerpt from the Millheim Journal lists the delegates “at large.” Dallas Sanders is listed on here, seeing that he was a political figure as early as 1880, when he was only 32 years old. The article was used to inform the Philadelphia readers of their newly elected delegates at this time. He was a part of the Democratic party, and was listed among many other delegates from different wards.The article has no details about the election or what Dallas Sanders could do with such a position, but it gives an outlook on the timeline of Dallas Sanders and what he was able to accomplish in his short life. At only 32, he was a delegate for his ward in Philadelphia, which was impressive for the time. He would go on to use this popularity to be elected for higher and more respected positions in the city. This contributed to our paper because it informed us of his position as a delegate and the start of his political career.
Millheim Journal. [volume] (Millheim, Pa.), 06 May 1880. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Document 11: 1885 The Times
This is an excerpt from a letter Dallas Sanders written to the people of Philadelphia after he was nominated for sheriff in the city. It is excerpted from a Philadelphia daily newspaper called “The Times”. It is cited that this letter is “what had elected him Sheriff.” In this letter, Dallas Sanders outlines what he believes are the core duties of the sheriff and pledged to be the best sheriff of the county that he could be. He was called “a man who never violated a pledge public or private,” and supported his nomination for the position. The pledge was straightforward but promising, and compelling enough to eventually elect him as sheriff. The position he was running for was considered a “business office,” not sheriff as in a street officer. This document helped us by sharing Dallas’ views as a sheriff and what values he pledged to follow through with.
“What The Pledge Means” The Times: Philadelphia 1885. Print. newspapers.com
Document 12: 10/03/1885 The Times on Dallas Sanders Nomination
This excerpt from the Philadelphia Times announces the nomination of Dallas Sanders to be Sheriff in the city. His nomination by the Democratic Council is said to be “satisfactory for both sides.” This article is strictly factual and bears no real bias towards either side, as it does not say if they support or rebuke the nomination, and only states exactly what happened. The article also lists the past achievements of Dallas Sanders before his nomination. It says that Sanders had previously served as the Assistant District Attorney, assistant council for the ex-general of the United States and on the council for the 7th ward in the city. This contributed to the biography because it shares the roles Sanders played as a lawyer and the previous job titles he held.
The Times (Philadelphia, [PA]) 03 October 1885 Sander & Snyder. Newspaper.com
This excerpt from the Philadelphia Times announces the nomination of Dallas Sanders to be Sheriff in the city. His nomination by the Democratic Council is said to be “satisfactory for both sides.” This article is strictly factual and bears no real bias towards either side, as it does not say if they support or rebuke the nomination, and only states exactly what happened. The article also lists the past achievements of Dallas Sanders before his nomination. It says that Sanders had previously served as the Assistant District Attorney, assistant council for the ex-general of the United States and on the council for the 7th ward in the city. This contributed to the biography because it shares the roles Sanders played as a lawyer and the previous job titles he held.
The Times (Philadelphia, [PA]) 03 October 1885 Sander & Snyder. Newspaper.com
Document 13: 11/3/1885 The Philadelphia Time Acceptance Speech
Printed on the morning of November 3rd, 1885 in The Philadelphia Times. It is the acceptance speech from Dallas Sanders after being nominated for attorney sheriff of Philadelphia. At the time Dallas Sanders would have been 37 years old. In this quote from his letter of acceptance, Sanders is saying that he will fulfill the duties of the office “in all respects, faithfully and to the utmost of my ability.” While Dallas Sanders is promising all these things, and while they very well might be true, he is saying so to appeal to the citizens of Philadelphia. He needs to sound trusting and truthful in order to be elected to the position, which he eventually is. Document 13 helps our paper because it shares Sanders’ commitment to his role as Sheriff and reiterated his acceptance of the nomination.
“Why Sanders Should Be Sheriff” The Times Philadelphia PA, 03 November 1885
Printed on the morning of November 3rd, 1885 in The Philadelphia Times. It is the acceptance speech from Dallas Sanders after being nominated for attorney sheriff of Philadelphia. At the time Dallas Sanders would have been 37 years old. In this quote from his letter of acceptance, Sanders is saying that he will fulfill the duties of the office “in all respects, faithfully and to the utmost of my ability.” While Dallas Sanders is promising all these things, and while they very well might be true, he is saying so to appeal to the citizens of Philadelphia. He needs to sound trusting and truthful in order to be elected to the position, which he eventually is. Document 13 helps our paper because it shares Sanders’ commitment to his role as Sheriff and reiterated his acceptance of the nomination.
“Why Sanders Should Be Sheriff” The Times Philadelphia PA, 03 November 1885
Document 14: 11/22/1886 The Lancaster Daily Intelligencer Article
Article excerpt from The Lancaster Daily Intelligencer, a Pennsylvanian newspaper printed on November 22nd, 1886. It mentions how Dallas Sanders will be taking the place of Hensel in the Philadelphia office council. It discusses the misunderstanding between them and the public as to who is replacing who and for what reason in the council.Mr. Randall addresses this scandal and reassures the public that Dallas Sanders is in fact selected to succeed Hensel in office. Randall believes that Dallas Sanders is fit for the job but that no firm decisions had been made or offered, so that the public should stay alert as the selections continued in Pennsylvania. This document helped our paper because it explained Dallas’ involvement in an issue regarding W.U. Hensel’s efficiency in office and how Randall wanted Sanders to replace him.
Lancaster Daily Intelligencer. (Lancaster, Pa.), 22 Nov. 1886. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Article excerpt from The Lancaster Daily Intelligencer, a Pennsylvanian newspaper printed on November 22nd, 1886. It mentions how Dallas Sanders will be taking the place of Hensel in the Philadelphia office council. It discusses the misunderstanding between them and the public as to who is replacing who and for what reason in the council.Mr. Randall addresses this scandal and reassures the public that Dallas Sanders is in fact selected to succeed Hensel in office. Randall believes that Dallas Sanders is fit for the job but that no firm decisions had been made or offered, so that the public should stay alert as the selections continued in Pennsylvania. This document helped our paper because it explained Dallas’ involvement in an issue regarding W.U. Hensel’s efficiency in office and how Randall wanted Sanders to replace him.
Lancaster Daily Intelligencer. (Lancaster, Pa.), 22 Nov. 1886. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Document 15: 7/3/1889 House Deed Abstract
This document is an abstract version of the deed pertaining to a piece of property owned by Maria D. Sanders (Dallas’ mother). The property was previously owned by George Gill and his wife, Elizabeth H. The deed was created on July 3rd, 1889, presumably when Maria bought the home, and before she, along with the rest of the Sanders family, moved into the house.
The property for which the deed was written was Dallas’ lifelong home. It was located on the Northwest corner of Locust and Dean Street, in the 8th Ward. Its address at the time was 1225 Locust Street. The house was recorded to be 24 feet wide, located at the front of Locust, and 110 feet from Canby Street. This document assisted the biography because it described where Dallas Sanders and his family lived.
“Maria Sanders House Deed Abstract” Philadelphia Archives. Philadelphia, PA 3 July, 1889.
Handwritten.
This document is an abstract version of the deed pertaining to a piece of property owned by Maria D. Sanders (Dallas’ mother). The property was previously owned by George Gill and his wife, Elizabeth H. The deed was created on July 3rd, 1889, presumably when Maria bought the home, and before she, along with the rest of the Sanders family, moved into the house.
The property for which the deed was written was Dallas’ lifelong home. It was located on the Northwest corner of Locust and Dean Street, in the 8th Ward. Its address at the time was 1225 Locust Street. The house was recorded to be 24 feet wide, located at the front of Locust, and 110 feet from Canby Street. This document assisted the biography because it described where Dallas Sanders and his family lived.
“Maria Sanders House Deed Abstract” Philadelphia Archives. Philadelphia, PA 3 July, 1889.
Handwritten.
Document 16: 1889 House Listing
This is the deed selling the house at 1225 Locust Street in Philadelphia to Maria D Sanders, the wife of Dallas Sanders. It was sold from George Gill Dux. At first, it comes off as extremely illegible, but it is just written in old cursive, and the photocopy kept at the Philadelphia Archives has some lines running through the page. However one can read the majority of the statement. This is a legal document that could be used to prove the ownership of the house and the deal between a seller and buyer of the house is Philadelphia in “the year of our lord One Thousand Eight Hundred and Eighty Nine.”The house listing is granting the Sanders family ownership of the house and naming Maria Sanders (Dallas Sanders’ mother) the head of the house. Dallas Sanders had no children and was not married at this time. This document contributed to our paper because it shared who the new Sanders home was signed over to, who it was sold by, and more information about the home’s location.
Gill Dux, George and Maria Sanders “1225 Locust Street Deed” Philadelphia Archives.
Philadelphia, PA 1889. Handwritten
This is the deed selling the house at 1225 Locust Street in Philadelphia to Maria D Sanders, the wife of Dallas Sanders. It was sold from George Gill Dux. At first, it comes off as extremely illegible, but it is just written in old cursive, and the photocopy kept at the Philadelphia Archives has some lines running through the page. However one can read the majority of the statement. This is a legal document that could be used to prove the ownership of the house and the deal between a seller and buyer of the house is Philadelphia in “the year of our lord One Thousand Eight Hundred and Eighty Nine.”The house listing is granting the Sanders family ownership of the house and naming Maria Sanders (Dallas Sanders’ mother) the head of the house. Dallas Sanders had no children and was not married at this time. This document contributed to our paper because it shared who the new Sanders home was signed over to, who it was sold by, and more information about the home’s location.
Gill Dux, George and Maria Sanders “1225 Locust Street Deed” Philadelphia Archives.
Philadelphia, PA 1889. Handwritten
Document 17: Photo of Dallas Sanders Circa 1890
This photo is a portrait of Dallas Sanders, taken by the Philadelphian based photographer F. Gutekunst. Frederick Gutekunst was a famous photographer from Germany, who took photos during the Civil War and eventually ended up in Philadelphia, doing portraits. He lived from 1831 to 1917 (where he died in Philadelphia). It’s assumed that it is the same “F. Gutekunst” that took this photo. The name is written extremely small at the bottom center of the page.
The photo has no information surrounding it to explain why the photo was taken or for whom, but since Frederick Gutekunst grew a business making portraits, Dallas Sanders may have gone to him to get pictures for his election or a newspaper article, as Sanders was an influential man in the city. This contributed to our paper because it gave a visual as to what Dallas Sanders looked like and the kind of man he had to be to afford a portrait by Frederick Gutekunst.
Gutekunst, Frederick. “Dallas Sanders” circa 1890. Photograph. The Historical Society of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, Pa.
This photo is a portrait of Dallas Sanders, taken by the Philadelphian based photographer F. Gutekunst. Frederick Gutekunst was a famous photographer from Germany, who took photos during the Civil War and eventually ended up in Philadelphia, doing portraits. He lived from 1831 to 1917 (where he died in Philadelphia). It’s assumed that it is the same “F. Gutekunst” that took this photo. The name is written extremely small at the bottom center of the page.
The photo has no information surrounding it to explain why the photo was taken or for whom, but since Frederick Gutekunst grew a business making portraits, Dallas Sanders may have gone to him to get pictures for his election or a newspaper article, as Sanders was an influential man in the city. This contributed to our paper because it gave a visual as to what Dallas Sanders looked like and the kind of man he had to be to afford a portrait by Frederick Gutekunst.
Gutekunst, Frederick. “Dallas Sanders” circa 1890. Photograph. The Historical Society of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, Pa.
Document 18: 1890 Directory
1890 directory in The Directory of Philadelphia found on the 1890 reel of directory film in the Philadelphia Archives. It lists workers in the Philadelphia area in alphabetical order, and then lists their occupations and their address. The list doesn’t have any real limitations except for the fact that there is little detail about the companies, as it only lists the bare minimum, in which one could use to go out and find out more about each company.
It was printed in a Philadelphia directory and was used by those looking for a lawyer, dressmaker etc and wanted to used their business. Under the last name “Sanders,” Dallas Sanders is the 15th name listed, with his line only stating that he was a lawyer in Philadelphia at 1225 Locust Street. The 1890 directory helps the paper because it confirms Dallas’ residence and informs us that Dallas was still a practicing lawyer.
“Philadelphia Directory 1890” US City Directories 1890. The Philadelphia Archives. Print.
1890 directory in The Directory of Philadelphia found on the 1890 reel of directory film in the Philadelphia Archives. It lists workers in the Philadelphia area in alphabetical order, and then lists their occupations and their address. The list doesn’t have any real limitations except for the fact that there is little detail about the companies, as it only lists the bare minimum, in which one could use to go out and find out more about each company.
It was printed in a Philadelphia directory and was used by those looking for a lawyer, dressmaker etc and wanted to used their business. Under the last name “Sanders,” Dallas Sanders is the 15th name listed, with his line only stating that he was a lawyer in Philadelphia at 1225 Locust Street. The 1890 directory helps the paper because it confirms Dallas’ residence and informs us that Dallas was still a practicing lawyer.
“Philadelphia Directory 1890” US City Directories 1890. The Philadelphia Archives. Print.
Document 19: 9/26/1890 The Columbian Report
Quote from Dallas Sanders printed in The Columbian Report in 1890. At this point, Dallas Sanders has already been chairman of the board, and is expressing his opinions on an upcoming election. It was printed in the newspaper, showing that Dallas Sanders’ opinions were highly regarded and listened to. People respected and valued his views on elections in Pennsylvania.
In this quote, Dallas Sanders is expressing how he is confident in “Pattison’s” ability to win the election in question. Speaking from experience, Sanders is saying how Philadelphia will not vote for Sanders opponent, making it easier for Pattison to win the election. He outlines counties within Pennsylvania with an estimate on how many votes he will receive and reassures the reader that Pattison should be successful with his campaign. This document contributed to our paper because it showed how valued Sanders’ opinions were and his evolution as a lawyer.
The Columbian. (Bloomsburg, Pa.), 26 Sept. 1890. Chronicling America: Historic American
Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Quote from Dallas Sanders printed in The Columbian Report in 1890. At this point, Dallas Sanders has already been chairman of the board, and is expressing his opinions on an upcoming election. It was printed in the newspaper, showing that Dallas Sanders’ opinions were highly regarded and listened to. People respected and valued his views on elections in Pennsylvania.
In this quote, Dallas Sanders is expressing how he is confident in “Pattison’s” ability to win the election in question. Speaking from experience, Sanders is saying how Philadelphia will not vote for Sanders opponent, making it easier for Pattison to win the election. He outlines counties within Pennsylvania with an estimate on how many votes he will receive and reassures the reader that Pattison should be successful with his campaign. This document contributed to our paper because it showed how valued Sanders’ opinions were and his evolution as a lawyer.
The Columbian. (Bloomsburg, Pa.), 26 Sept. 1890. Chronicling America: Historic American
Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Document 20: 1891 Philadelphia and Popular Philadelphians
Pictured is an excerpt from pg 41 of the “Bench and Bar” section of the book Philadelphia and Popular Philadelphians published by The North American in 1891. The excerpt is brief, but informative as it gives a chronological description of Dallas Sanders’ career as a lawyer, banker and active member of the Democratic Party. It has an anonymous author, making it difficult to understand the point of view, but the paragraph about Dallas Sanders seem unbiased and strictly to inform the reader about his life and career.
It lists Dallas Sanders as a “prominent attorney and the President of the Wayne Title and Trust Co. of Wayne and the Dime Savings Bank.” It mentions how he studied law and how he served 3 years as the second assistant to assistant district Attorney Hagert. It includes descriptions about his heavy involvement in the Democratic party but mentions little about his personal life or traits. This document greatly contributed to our paper because it outlined all of his previous positions Dallas Sanders has held in office and throughout his career.
Anonymous. “Philadelphia and Popular Philadelphians: The Bench and Bar” The North
American. 1891. Print.
Pictured is an excerpt from pg 41 of the “Bench and Bar” section of the book Philadelphia and Popular Philadelphians published by The North American in 1891. The excerpt is brief, but informative as it gives a chronological description of Dallas Sanders’ career as a lawyer, banker and active member of the Democratic Party. It has an anonymous author, making it difficult to understand the point of view, but the paragraph about Dallas Sanders seem unbiased and strictly to inform the reader about his life and career.
It lists Dallas Sanders as a “prominent attorney and the President of the Wayne Title and Trust Co. of Wayne and the Dime Savings Bank.” It mentions how he studied law and how he served 3 years as the second assistant to assistant district Attorney Hagert. It includes descriptions about his heavy involvement in the Democratic party but mentions little about his personal life or traits. This document greatly contributed to our paper because it outlined all of his previous positions Dallas Sanders has held in office and throughout his career.
Anonymous. “Philadelphia and Popular Philadelphians: The Bench and Bar” The North
American. 1891. Print.
Document 21: 1891 Map of Philadelphia
This document is an atlas map showing what Philadelphia in 1891, after Dallas Sanders moved into 1225 Locust Street, but before he was married. His address would put his residence at the intersection of Locust and South 11th Street. This residence is relatively close to other places where Dallas Sanders had studied and worked. For example he used to study around 11th Street as well as 4th Street.
The location of his house makes the city easily accessible and would make it easy for him to run his business and to simply be a part of the daily city life. Living at 1225 Locust Street would put Dallas Sanders in the 8th ward, where Dallas Sanders would marry Anita Watts Merchant, have his children and live for the rest of his life. This document assisted to our paper because it gave a visual as to how where Dallas’ home was located and how close he was to the places he worked at to accomplish his goals.
Philadelphia 1891 [map] 22” by 29” Rand McNally. The Map Man 1st edition
This document is an atlas map showing what Philadelphia in 1891, after Dallas Sanders moved into 1225 Locust Street, but before he was married. His address would put his residence at the intersection of Locust and South 11th Street. This residence is relatively close to other places where Dallas Sanders had studied and worked. For example he used to study around 11th Street as well as 4th Street.
The location of his house makes the city easily accessible and would make it easy for him to run his business and to simply be a part of the daily city life. Living at 1225 Locust Street would put Dallas Sanders in the 8th ward, where Dallas Sanders would marry Anita Watts Merchant, have his children and live for the rest of his life. This document assisted to our paper because it gave a visual as to how where Dallas’ home was located and how close he was to the places he worked at to accomplish his goals.
Philadelphia 1891 [map] 22” by 29” Rand McNally. The Map Man 1st edition
Document 22: 1/28/1892 The Pittsburgh Dispatch Interview
This is an excerpt from an article in the Pittsburgh Dispatch published on January 28th, 1892. It includes quotes and parts of an interviews and telegram from Dallas Sanders. At this point, Dallas Sanders had already served as the Chairman of the Democratic Party and he is also addressed as the “ex-field marshall,” meaning he had retired or had not been re-elected for the positions. Sanders was the guest of honor at the Manhattan Club reception for Senator Hill of New York.
This article was written to inform the readers in Pittsburgh about the opinions of a highly regarded Pennsylvanian. There is no bias or opinion and is strictly reporting the comments made by Dallas Sanders about the elections of David B. Hill in New York, who was also the governor of New York before running for the Senate. Document 22 contributed to our paper because it highlighted the importance of Dallas’ political predictions and his insight on elections happening at the time.
Pittsburg dispatch. (Pittsburg [Pa.]), 28 Jan. 1892. Chronicling America: Historic American
Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
This is an excerpt from an article in the Pittsburgh Dispatch published on January 28th, 1892. It includes quotes and parts of an interviews and telegram from Dallas Sanders. At this point, Dallas Sanders had already served as the Chairman of the Democratic Party and he is also addressed as the “ex-field marshall,” meaning he had retired or had not been re-elected for the positions. Sanders was the guest of honor at the Manhattan Club reception for Senator Hill of New York.
This article was written to inform the readers in Pittsburgh about the opinions of a highly regarded Pennsylvanian. There is no bias or opinion and is strictly reporting the comments made by Dallas Sanders about the elections of David B. Hill in New York, who was also the governor of New York before running for the Senate. Document 22 contributed to our paper because it highlighted the importance of Dallas’ political predictions and his insight on elections happening at the time.
Pittsburg dispatch. (Pittsburg [Pa.]), 28 Jan. 1892. Chronicling America: Historic American
Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Document 23: 1892 Marriage Certificate
Dallas Sanders and his wife, Anita Watts Merchant, were married on April 18th 1892. Their entry is at the very bottom of the marriage log. The marriage entry is entirely handwritten, but decipherable. The log lists their wedding dates, names and ages, and residence. Dallas Sanders was 44 when he married Anita, who was 28. Both were from the state of Pennsylvania.
The couple was married at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, a parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Philadelphia and located on South 10th Street. The certificate was signed by the priest and witnesses at their wedding, who were Richard Sanders and Clarke Merchant. It was used to record and preserve the details of their wedding. At this time, Dallas Sanders’ recorded residence was still 1225 Locust Street in Philadelphia. This document helped Dallas’ biography because it informed us that Sanders got married to Anita Watts Merchant as shown in the marriage certificate.
Ancestry.com. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Marriage Index, 1885-1951 [database on-line].
Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
Dallas Sanders and his wife, Anita Watts Merchant, were married on April 18th 1892. Their entry is at the very bottom of the marriage log. The marriage entry is entirely handwritten, but decipherable. The log lists their wedding dates, names and ages, and residence. Dallas Sanders was 44 when he married Anita, who was 28. Both were from the state of Pennsylvania.
The couple was married at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, a parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Philadelphia and located on South 10th Street. The certificate was signed by the priest and witnesses at their wedding, who were Richard Sanders and Clarke Merchant. It was used to record and preserve the details of their wedding. At this time, Dallas Sanders’ recorded residence was still 1225 Locust Street in Philadelphia. This document helped Dallas’ biography because it informed us that Sanders got married to Anita Watts Merchant as shown in the marriage certificate.
Ancestry.com. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Marriage Index, 1885-1951 [database on-line].
Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
Document 24: 4/27/1894 The Evening Herald Report
Publication in The Evening Herald about the election of Dallas Sanders, on April 27th, 1894. At this point in time, Dallas Sanders had already been the Chairman of the Democratic Party in Philadelphia as well as the president attorney of the Dime Savings Bank. This article is strictly informative, with no bias or personal opinion about Dallas Sanders, and just informs the citizens of Philadelphia about the recent election of Dallas Sanders to the Board of Directors of the Schuylkill Traction Company.
The beginning of the article describes the Board of Directors of the Schuylkill Traction Company in Philadelphia and actions that the May wish to take with their new member, Dallas Sanders, on their board of directors and how it will affect their company. When Dallas Sanders was elected president of said company, the vice president resigned due to his “other duties.” The article continues on about other management changes within the company, but does not mention Mr. Sanders again.
The Evening Herald. (Shenandoah, Pa.), 27 April 1894. Chronicling America: Historic American
Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Publication in The Evening Herald about the election of Dallas Sanders, on April 27th, 1894. At this point in time, Dallas Sanders had already been the Chairman of the Democratic Party in Philadelphia as well as the president attorney of the Dime Savings Bank. This article is strictly informative, with no bias or personal opinion about Dallas Sanders, and just informs the citizens of Philadelphia about the recent election of Dallas Sanders to the Board of Directors of the Schuylkill Traction Company.
The beginning of the article describes the Board of Directors of the Schuylkill Traction Company in Philadelphia and actions that the May wish to take with their new member, Dallas Sanders, on their board of directors and how it will affect their company. When Dallas Sanders was elected president of said company, the vice president resigned due to his “other duties.” The article continues on about other management changes within the company, but does not mention Mr. Sanders again.
The Evening Herald. (Shenandoah, Pa.), 27 April 1894. Chronicling America: Historic American
Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Document 25: 1897 Directory
The above document is an image from a Philadelphia city directory from 1897. It contains the names of residents of the Philadelphia area with surnames starting with the letters BUR to WEE. The directory contains these individuals’ first names, their occupations and their home addresses.
This document provides us with the information that Dallas Sanders was a lawyer, as well as the president of the Dime Savings Bank of Philadelphia. His work address at the time was 401 Drexel Building (currently 219 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107), and his home address was 1225 Locust St.
“Philadelphia 1897 Directory” US City Directories 1897. The Philadelphia Archives. Microfilm.
The above document is an image from a Philadelphia city directory from 1897. It contains the names of residents of the Philadelphia area with surnames starting with the letters BUR to WEE. The directory contains these individuals’ first names, their occupations and their home addresses.
This document provides us with the information that Dallas Sanders was a lawyer, as well as the president of the Dime Savings Bank of Philadelphia. His work address at the time was 401 Drexel Building (currently 219 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107), and his home address was 1225 Locust St.
“Philadelphia 1897 Directory” US City Directories 1897. The Philadelphia Archives. Microfilm.
Document 26: 8/3/1998 Maria Sanders Obituary
This document is the obituary of Dallas Sanders’ mother, Maria Sanders. It was published in The Pittsburgh Press on August 3rd, 1898. According to the newspaper clipping, she died suddenly the day prior to publication (August 2nd) in Bar Harbor, Maine, where her family often visited for the summer.
She was born in Homewood, Pittsburgh, PA in 1819 and, at the time of her death, was the mother to seven children (including Dallas). She was the widow of Major John Sanders, who fought during the Mexican-American War. It is reported that she was to be buried in the Sanders family vault in Homewood Cemetery.
“Death of Mrs. Sanders” The Pittsburgh Press. Pittsburgh, PA. 3 August, 1898. Obituary. Print.
This document is the obituary of Dallas Sanders’ mother, Maria Sanders. It was published in The Pittsburgh Press on August 3rd, 1898. According to the newspaper clipping, she died suddenly the day prior to publication (August 2nd) in Bar Harbor, Maine, where her family often visited for the summer.
She was born in Homewood, Pittsburgh, PA in 1819 and, at the time of her death, was the mother to seven children (including Dallas). She was the widow of Major John Sanders, who fought during the Mexican-American War. It is reported that she was to be buried in the Sanders family vault in Homewood Cemetery.
“Death of Mrs. Sanders” The Pittsburgh Press. Pittsburgh, PA. 3 August, 1898. Obituary. Print.
Document 27: 1900 Boyd's Co-Partnership and Residence Directory of Philadelphia City
The Residence Directory of the City of Philadelphia in 1900, recognized Dallas Sanders as the president of the Dime Savings Bank and also as a lawyer, living at 1225 Locust Street. The directory was used to list all members as well as inform the reader of the occupation and residence of the person they were looking for, and served as a “yellow pages” in the city of Philadelphia for workers.
The confirms the occupation and residency of Dallas Sanders that can be found on other documents, and proves that Dallas Sanders was in fact still serving as the president of the Dime Savings Bank and as a lawyer up until, or at least near, his death. There is no evidence that he ever retired from this specific position, and it is assumed he died somewhat unexpectedly.
“Boyd’s Co-Partnership and Residence Directory 1900” US City Directories 1900.
Newspapers.com Print.
The Residence Directory of the City of Philadelphia in 1900, recognized Dallas Sanders as the president of the Dime Savings Bank and also as a lawyer, living at 1225 Locust Street. The directory was used to list all members as well as inform the reader of the occupation and residence of the person they were looking for, and served as a “yellow pages” in the city of Philadelphia for workers.
The confirms the occupation and residency of Dallas Sanders that can be found on other documents, and proves that Dallas Sanders was in fact still serving as the president of the Dime Savings Bank and as a lawyer up until, or at least near, his death. There is no evidence that he ever retired from this specific position, and it is assumed he died somewhat unexpectedly.
“Boyd’s Co-Partnership and Residence Directory 1900” US City Directories 1900.
Newspapers.com Print.
Document 28: Photo of Dallas Sanders 1900
This is another photo of Dallas Sanders kept on file at the Historical Society of Philadelphia. Here Dallas Sanders has seemed to grow a bit older since his last portrait, but unfortunately has no official date. Unlike his previous portrait, this photo lacks any signature or stamp by the photographer as well, and only provides the viewer with what Dallas Sanders looked like in his older years, as well as what his signature looked like.
The purpose is undefined, as the photo lacks any context to why it was taken, but the viewer can make an educated assumption that it had something to do with his position as sheriff or being the president of the Dime Savings Bank, which he was at this time, and was taken for newspapers or just as an official portrait during his time in office.
Unknown. “Dallas Sanders” circa 1900. Photograph. The Historical Society of Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia, PA.
This is another photo of Dallas Sanders kept on file at the Historical Society of Philadelphia. Here Dallas Sanders has seemed to grow a bit older since his last portrait, but unfortunately has no official date. Unlike his previous portrait, this photo lacks any signature or stamp by the photographer as well, and only provides the viewer with what Dallas Sanders looked like in his older years, as well as what his signature looked like.
The purpose is undefined, as the photo lacks any context to why it was taken, but the viewer can make an educated assumption that it had something to do with his position as sheriff or being the president of the Dime Savings Bank, which he was at this time, and was taken for newspapers or just as an official portrait during his time in office.
Unknown. “Dallas Sanders” circa 1900. Photograph. The Historical Society of Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia, PA.
Document 29: 3/12/1900 Miner's Journal of Pottsville, PA Entry
This entry is from the Miner’s Journal of Pottsville, PA and was printed on March 3rd, 1900. It describes the travels of the United States Sub-Treasurer, Major John F. Finney as well as Dallas Sanders, who was regarded as a “noted lawyer.” He traveled to Pottsville from Philadelphia to monitor the Boyer-Doyle-Lawlor libel suit about labor unions, alongside Major Finney.
The article overall is just announcing the important arrivals in the city and was written to notify the residents in Pottsville that these important citizens were among them in their city. The article lacks detail and specific context, but is reliable and unbiased. It does show, however, that it was not uncommon to find Dallas Sanders accompanying important members of the United States government.
“Purely Personal Mention.” The Miner’s Journal. 12 March, 1900. Pottsville, Pennsylvania.
Print.
This entry is from the Miner’s Journal of Pottsville, PA and was printed on March 3rd, 1900. It describes the travels of the United States Sub-Treasurer, Major John F. Finney as well as Dallas Sanders, who was regarded as a “noted lawyer.” He traveled to Pottsville from Philadelphia to monitor the Boyer-Doyle-Lawlor libel suit about labor unions, alongside Major Finney.
The article overall is just announcing the important arrivals in the city and was written to notify the residents in Pottsville that these important citizens were among them in their city. The article lacks detail and specific context, but is reliable and unbiased. It does show, however, that it was not uncommon to find Dallas Sanders accompanying important members of the United States government.
“Purely Personal Mention.” The Miner’s Journal. 12 March, 1900. Pottsville, Pennsylvania.
Print.
Document 30: 5/11/1905 The Philadelphia Inquirer
In this article published by The Philadelphia Inquirer in 1905, it is announced that Dallas Sanders had resigned from being the head of the Committee of Board of City Trusts. After 12 years of service, Dallas Sanders retired from said committee, however retained his membership and could still serve on the board. His explanation is that he “no longer had the time to serve the committee.” However, this year, 1905, is also about the time that Dallas Sanders realized his health was failing him, (he would die of kidney failure in just 2 years) and believed he could no longer serve as president to the best of his ability.
This newspaper article is meant to inform the people of Philadelphia about the change in the committee and lists the accomplishments achieved by Dallas Sanders during his term as president. He constructed the Stephen Girard Building as well as the Merchants’ and Mariners’ Building. He also helped increase the income of the company during his 12 years of service.
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA.) 11 May 1905. Dallas Sanders Resigns!
(via newspapers.com)
In this article published by The Philadelphia Inquirer in 1905, it is announced that Dallas Sanders had resigned from being the head of the Committee of Board of City Trusts. After 12 years of service, Dallas Sanders retired from said committee, however retained his membership and could still serve on the board. His explanation is that he “no longer had the time to serve the committee.” However, this year, 1905, is also about the time that Dallas Sanders realized his health was failing him, (he would die of kidney failure in just 2 years) and believed he could no longer serve as president to the best of his ability.
This newspaper article is meant to inform the people of Philadelphia about the change in the committee and lists the accomplishments achieved by Dallas Sanders during his term as president. He constructed the Stephen Girard Building as well as the Merchants’ and Mariners’ Building. He also helped increase the income of the company during his 12 years of service.
The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA.) 11 May 1905. Dallas Sanders Resigns!
(via newspapers.com)
Document 31: 5/27/1907 Dallas Sanders Dead
This article was printed in the Harrisburg Telegraph 1907. It was written to inform other Pennsylvanians who may not have read the Philadelphia Inquirer of the death of Dallas Sanders. It gives a brief biography of the important politician and confirms that Dallas Sanders’ father was a captain in the United States regular army.
The article calls Sanders one of “the best known Democrats in Pennsylvania politics” as well as a “prominent attorney,” as Dallas Sanders was the former Assistant District Attorney and member of several City Councils. It informs the reader of Sanders past and even his term on the Democratic State Campaign Committee.
“Dallas Sanders Dead.” The Harrisburg Telegraph (Harrisburg, PA). 27 May, 1907. Print (via
newspapers.com)
This article was printed in the Harrisburg Telegraph 1907. It was written to inform other Pennsylvanians who may not have read the Philadelphia Inquirer of the death of Dallas Sanders. It gives a brief biography of the important politician and confirms that Dallas Sanders’ father was a captain in the United States regular army.
The article calls Sanders one of “the best known Democrats in Pennsylvania politics” as well as a “prominent attorney,” as Dallas Sanders was the former Assistant District Attorney and member of several City Councils. It informs the reader of Sanders past and even his term on the Democratic State Campaign Committee.
“Dallas Sanders Dead.” The Harrisburg Telegraph (Harrisburg, PA). 27 May, 1907. Print (via
newspapers.com)
Document 32: 5/28/1907 Dallas Sanders Dead
Another excerpt from the Philadelphia Inquirer on May 28th 1907 following the death of Dallas Sanders. It is a newspaper article honoring Dallas Sanders and his life achievements. It had no author or real limitations, as it is unbiased and not based on personal opinions. It just gives a brief outline of his life and what he did for the city of Philadelphia.
It tells the people of Philadelphia, or those who might be interested in his life and death, that he was the son of John Sanders, a major in the United States Engineer Corps. It tells of his preparatory education in Pittsburgh and how Dallas Sanders eventually went to study law at the University of Western Pennsylvania and admitted to the bar in 1871 at the age of 23, appointed by Mayor Weaver. It outlines some of his major political achievements such as working with the Civil Service Commision and being the president of several trusts.
“Dallas Sanders Passes Away in Atlantic City.” The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia). 28
May, 1907. Print. (via newspapers.com)
Another excerpt from the Philadelphia Inquirer on May 28th 1907 following the death of Dallas Sanders. It is a newspaper article honoring Dallas Sanders and his life achievements. It had no author or real limitations, as it is unbiased and not based on personal opinions. It just gives a brief outline of his life and what he did for the city of Philadelphia.
It tells the people of Philadelphia, or those who might be interested in his life and death, that he was the son of John Sanders, a major in the United States Engineer Corps. It tells of his preparatory education in Pittsburgh and how Dallas Sanders eventually went to study law at the University of Western Pennsylvania and admitted to the bar in 1871 at the age of 23, appointed by Mayor Weaver. It outlines some of his major political achievements such as working with the Civil Service Commision and being the president of several trusts.
“Dallas Sanders Passes Away in Atlantic City.” The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia). 28
May, 1907. Print. (via newspapers.com)
Document 33: 1907 Dallas Sanders Will:
This document is a typewritten and signed will created by Dallas Sanders himself. The signature matches that of the one one the portrait photographs. The first page contains his signature and fees paid by Dallas Sanders before he died. In total it cost $28.00 to register and file his will. The will was written before Dallas Sanders death in May of 1907, but was not fully registered until June 10th, 1907.
The second photo is the will itself written by Dallas Sanders, telling his kin who gets the possession of his house, who will take care of his daughters (age 14) and who will inherit his money. Dallas Sanders was aware of the fact he was going to die, and had already written his will despite only being 59. It was written for legal purposes but also as a final farewell and reassurance for his daughters and family. Dallas gave his sister Henrietta $5000, his daughters caretaker Jennie Wilson $1000, and his nephew William Sanders Scott his title and estate. It is then signed by Dallas Sanders.
Ancestry.com. Pennsylvania, Wills and Probate Records, 1683-1993 [database on-line]. Provo,
UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
This document is a typewritten and signed will created by Dallas Sanders himself. The signature matches that of the one one the portrait photographs. The first page contains his signature and fees paid by Dallas Sanders before he died. In total it cost $28.00 to register and file his will. The will was written before Dallas Sanders death in May of 1907, but was not fully registered until June 10th, 1907.
The second photo is the will itself written by Dallas Sanders, telling his kin who gets the possession of his house, who will take care of his daughters (age 14) and who will inherit his money. Dallas Sanders was aware of the fact he was going to die, and had already written his will despite only being 59. It was written for legal purposes but also as a final farewell and reassurance for his daughters and family. Dallas gave his sister Henrietta $5000, his daughters caretaker Jennie Wilson $1000, and his nephew William Sanders Scott his title and estate. It is then signed by Dallas Sanders.
Ancestry.com. Pennsylvania, Wills and Probate Records, 1683-1993 [database on-line]. Provo,
UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
Document 34: 5/28/1907 Dallas Sanders’ Will:
Pictured is an excerpt from the Philadelphia Inquirer on Tuesday, May 28th, 1907, explaining the details of Dallas Sanders’ will, and his wishes for what would happen with his money. It is a small paragraph in the newspaper and does not have an author, but it must have been someone who was able to analyze and understand the will of Dallas Sanders. It was printed in the newspaper instead of just being given to the intended subjects because Dallas Sanders was such an important member of Philadelphia society.
The article states that his house (1225 Locust) will go to his daughters, with Miss Jennie Wilson being their caretakers. The estate he left them was valued to be worth about $200,000 dollars at the time of his death. He wants his daughters to be wise and useful with the money and property he is leaving them and to “learn the use of money early.” His daughters were almost 14 when he died.
“Dallas Sanders’ Will.” The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia). 28 May, 1907. Print (via
newspapers.com)
Pictured is an excerpt from the Philadelphia Inquirer on Tuesday, May 28th, 1907, explaining the details of Dallas Sanders’ will, and his wishes for what would happen with his money. It is a small paragraph in the newspaper and does not have an author, but it must have been someone who was able to analyze and understand the will of Dallas Sanders. It was printed in the newspaper instead of just being given to the intended subjects because Dallas Sanders was such an important member of Philadelphia society.
The article states that his house (1225 Locust) will go to his daughters, with Miss Jennie Wilson being their caretakers. The estate he left them was valued to be worth about $200,000 dollars at the time of his death. He wants his daughters to be wise and useful with the money and property he is leaving them and to “learn the use of money early.” His daughters were almost 14 when he died.
“Dallas Sanders’ Will.” The Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia). 28 May, 1907. Print (via
newspapers.com)
Document 35: 5/28/1907 Old Randall Leader Gone
1907 newspaper announcing the death of Dallas Sanders. Included in the article is a photo of the profile of Dallas Sanders. The article was written for the people of Philadelphia telling the story of his death and calling Sanders a “prominent Philadelphia Democrat and leader.” It confirms the fact that Dallas Sanders did indeed die in Atlantic City, even though his permanent residence was still in Philadelphia.
The cause of death in the article is kidney trouble, which corresponds with the “chronic nephritis” that can be found on Dallas Sanders’ death certificate. When reading the article, one can tell that Sanders was a well known leader of the city who would be greatly missed and his death was sad need to the citizens of Philadelphia, as their “Randall Leader” was gone.
“Old Randall Leader Gone” The Philadelphia Inquirer. 28 May, 1907. Print. (via newspapers.com)
1907 newspaper announcing the death of Dallas Sanders. Included in the article is a photo of the profile of Dallas Sanders. The article was written for the people of Philadelphia telling the story of his death and calling Sanders a “prominent Philadelphia Democrat and leader.” It confirms the fact that Dallas Sanders did indeed die in Atlantic City, even though his permanent residence was still in Philadelphia.
The cause of death in the article is kidney trouble, which corresponds with the “chronic nephritis” that can be found on Dallas Sanders’ death certificate. When reading the article, one can tell that Sanders was a well known leader of the city who would be greatly missed and his death was sad need to the citizens of Philadelphia, as their “Randall Leader” was gone.
“Old Randall Leader Gone” The Philadelphia Inquirer. 28 May, 1907. Print. (via newspapers.com)
Document 36: 1907 Death Certificate
The document shown is Dallas Sanders’ death certificate. The top portion of the certificate is a transit permit of his dead body dated May 1907. This document is written for filing purposes and to allow Sanders’ undertaker to travel with him. The death certificate reveals that Dallas Sanders was only fifty-nine years old when he passed away in Atlantic City, New Jersey on May 29th, 1907. Under the cause of death, it is listed that Sanders died from a chronic illness that is illegible and not contagious.
The certificate also states that his last place of residence was Atlantic City, but the burial would be from 1225 Locust Street. Under the Undertakers Certificate, the document shares that Dallas Sanders was a lawyer and was buried in the Woodlands Cemetery. His father was from Kentucky and named John Sanders. His mother is from Pennsylvania and was named Marie D. Wilkine. On the left of the certificate is a letter to physicians stating that signed certificates must be legible and list the specific cause of death. It also gives the physician guidelines on how to deal with different kinds of death. This document allowed us to identify how exactly Sanders died, as well as where his body was moved after his death.
Dallas Sanders Death Certificate and Transit Permit. The Philadelphia Archives. 27 May, 1907. Handwritten.
The document shown is Dallas Sanders’ death certificate. The top portion of the certificate is a transit permit of his dead body dated May 1907. This document is written for filing purposes and to allow Sanders’ undertaker to travel with him. The death certificate reveals that Dallas Sanders was only fifty-nine years old when he passed away in Atlantic City, New Jersey on May 29th, 1907. Under the cause of death, it is listed that Sanders died from a chronic illness that is illegible and not contagious.
The certificate also states that his last place of residence was Atlantic City, but the burial would be from 1225 Locust Street. Under the Undertakers Certificate, the document shares that Dallas Sanders was a lawyer and was buried in the Woodlands Cemetery. His father was from Kentucky and named John Sanders. His mother is from Pennsylvania and was named Marie D. Wilkine. On the left of the certificate is a letter to physicians stating that signed certificates must be legible and list the specific cause of death. It also gives the physician guidelines on how to deal with different kinds of death. This document allowed us to identify how exactly Sanders died, as well as where his body was moved after his death.
Dallas Sanders Death Certificate and Transit Permit. The Philadelphia Archives. 27 May, 1907. Handwritten.
Document 37: 1907 Newspaper
The Philadelphia Inquirer article in 1907, announcing the death of Dallas Sanders. This article includes a photo of Dallas Sanders and a full article including details about his life, instead of just a small biography. It again credits him with being a member of the Civil Service Commision, as well as a “noted member of a local bar.” It identifies that he died in Atlantic City, “after an illness dating from last December.” His body was brought back to Philadelphia days later to his twin daughters and his brother, Richard H Sanders. They allude that his death would cause change in the city and was significant enough to be written about in several newspapers across the state of Pennsylvania.
“Dallas Sanders Passes Away at Atlantic City” The Philadelphia Inquirer. 28, May, 1907. Print Newspaper. (via newspapers.com)
The Philadelphia Inquirer article in 1907, announcing the death of Dallas Sanders. This article includes a photo of Dallas Sanders and a full article including details about his life, instead of just a small biography. It again credits him with being a member of the Civil Service Commision, as well as a “noted member of a local bar.” It identifies that he died in Atlantic City, “after an illness dating from last December.” His body was brought back to Philadelphia days later to his twin daughters and his brother, Richard H Sanders. They allude that his death would cause change in the city and was significant enough to be written about in several newspapers across the state of Pennsylvania.
“Dallas Sanders Passes Away at Atlantic City” The Philadelphia Inquirer. 28, May, 1907. Print Newspaper. (via newspapers.com)
Document 38: Estelle Sanders’ Passport 1924
While this passport was not issued to Dallas Sanders himself, it was issued to his daughter, Estelle Sanders in the year 1924. Here, she writes that her father is dead, but her permanent residence is still recorded as 1225 Locust St, in Philadelphia. She is requesting a passport in order to travel to France, England, Spain and Italy.
However, her birth place is recorded as Atlantic City, New Jersey, in the year 1893. This indicated that the Sanders family, after Dallas and Anita Sanders were married in 1892 (right before Estelle Sanders was born), that they frequently traveled back and forth from Philadelphia and Atlantic City, as their children were born in Atlantic City, but their permanent residence always remained on Locust Street in Philadelphia.
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA); Washington D.C.; Roll #: 2656; Volume #: Roll 2656 - Certificates: 485350-485849, 23 Oct 1924-25 Oct 1924
While this passport was not issued to Dallas Sanders himself, it was issued to his daughter, Estelle Sanders in the year 1924. Here, she writes that her father is dead, but her permanent residence is still recorded as 1225 Locust St, in Philadelphia. She is requesting a passport in order to travel to France, England, Spain and Italy.
However, her birth place is recorded as Atlantic City, New Jersey, in the year 1893. This indicated that the Sanders family, after Dallas and Anita Sanders were married in 1892 (right before Estelle Sanders was born), that they frequently traveled back and forth from Philadelphia and Atlantic City, as their children were born in Atlantic City, but their permanent residence always remained on Locust Street in Philadelphia.
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA); Washington D.C.; Roll #: 2656; Volume #: Roll 2656 - Certificates: 485350-485849, 23 Oct 1924-25 Oct 1924
Document 39: Woodlands Cemetery Plot Cards
These plot cards are handwritten cards to show the reader who is buried in the Sanders plot in Woodlands cemetery, as well as where their grave is located. Several graves have been moved, and since these a handwritten, several have been crossed out, making some names a bit difficult to read. They are written by a facilitator at Woodlands cemetery to help keep track of the burials at the cemetery as well as aid those with plots in the Woodlands keep track of their loved ones and spaces still available in their plot.
Dallas Sanders was the 11th person to be buried in this lot, and his card confirms that he was 59 at the time of his death and still lived at 1225 Locust Street when he died. He is buried along with his father and mother (John and Maria Sanders) as well as his wife Anita. The plot cards also provide a map for the viewer and are kept on file at the Woodlands Cemetery in West Philadelphia.
“Sanders’ Family Plot Cards” The Woodlands Cemetery. Philadelphia, PA. Handwritten.
These plot cards are handwritten cards to show the reader who is buried in the Sanders plot in Woodlands cemetery, as well as where their grave is located. Several graves have been moved, and since these a handwritten, several have been crossed out, making some names a bit difficult to read. They are written by a facilitator at Woodlands cemetery to help keep track of the burials at the cemetery as well as aid those with plots in the Woodlands keep track of their loved ones and spaces still available in their plot.
Dallas Sanders was the 11th person to be buried in this lot, and his card confirms that he was 59 at the time of his death and still lived at 1225 Locust Street when he died. He is buried along with his father and mother (John and Maria Sanders) as well as his wife Anita. The plot cards also provide a map for the viewer and are kept on file at the Woodlands Cemetery in West Philadelphia.
“Sanders’ Family Plot Cards” The Woodlands Cemetery. Philadelphia, PA. Handwritten.
Document 40: Woodlands Cemetery Map
This document is a map of the Sanders’ plot in the Woodlands Cemetery in West Philadelphia. It is filled in every time there is a new burial in the lot where Dallas Sanders and other members of his family are buried. The latest burial in this lot was in 2018.
This is simply a map of their plot in order to keep track of who is buried where and the show the availability in this plot for future burials. There is no room for bias or opinion and is simply to map the area. These cards are kept on file at the Woodlands Cemetery Mansion.
“Sanders’ Family Plot Map” The Woodlands Cemetery. Philadelphia, PA. Handwritten.
This document is a map of the Sanders’ plot in the Woodlands Cemetery in West Philadelphia. It is filled in every time there is a new burial in the lot where Dallas Sanders and other members of his family are buried. The latest burial in this lot was in 2018.
This is simply a map of their plot in order to keep track of who is buried where and the show the availability in this plot for future burials. There is no room for bias or opinion and is simply to map the area. These cards are kept on file at the Woodlands Cemetery Mansion.
“Sanders’ Family Plot Map” The Woodlands Cemetery. Philadelphia, PA. Handwritten.