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Tompkins Papers

Atherton Lyceum

The Atherton Lyceum was built by the D. A. Tompkins, owner of the Atherton Mill. This two-story structure served as the village school in the daytime and provided adult education in the evening. The general store and townhall were also located inside the building. Sunday school was taught every Sabbath. Physical Description: 4x5 negative Publisher: Unknown

Cotton Mill Workers

Cotton mill workers from the Atherton Mill. Physical Description: 4x5 negative Publisher: Unknown

Field Workers

Field workers picking cotton. Physical Description: 4x5 negative Publisher: Unknown