Issues 61-70

Title and Visual Elements: The image appears to be a cover of a magazine or brochure titled “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” Dominating the composition is a photograph of a historic building with a prominent dome. The building seems to be constructed from stone or concrete. The dome features windows encircling it, and bare tree branches frame the structure against the sky. The overall color palette is dark and muted, evoking an elegant and historical ambiance. Text on the Cover: At the top, in white capital letters, the title reads “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” There’s no additional visible text elsewhere on the cover.

Issue 70, Fall 2003

  • When Men Must Die: An Alabama POW at Bataan
  • Heart of a Small Town
  • A Dangerous Business: Children on the Front Lines
  • Places in Peril: Alabama’s Endangered Historic Landmarks for 2003
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The image appears to be the cover of a magazine titled “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” The central image is an old portrait painting. The person in the painting wears formal attire, including a black coat and white shirt. The background color of the magazine cover is dark brown.

Issue 69, Summer 2003

  • A Light at the Edge of Town: Drive-In Movie Theaters of Alabama
  • The Faces of William Rufus King
  • Patriots of Color: An Alabama Family in the Good War
  • Digging “Stone Coal”
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The image appears to be a cover of a magazine or brochure titled “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” Here are the key elements: Title: “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is displayed prominently at the top in bold white letters. Photograph: A framed black and white photograph features two individuals in military uniforms. The style suggests an earlier era. Medals: Two military medals are positioned below the photograph. One resembles a Purple Heart, recognizable by its purple and gold colors. Insignia/Patch: To the left of the medals, there’s an insignia or patch with yellow and black stripes. The overall theme seems to honor military heritage, possibly focusing on individuals from Alabama who served. The text “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is also present on the cover.

Issue 68, Spring 2003

  • The Making and Unmaking of the Woodward Iron Company
  • The Lost Battalion of the Ia Drang
  • Great and Illustrious Work: The 1930 Olmsted Plan for the Alabama Capitol
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The cover features a publication titled “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” The background color is a deep maroon. In the center, there’s a framed black and white photograph of an individual sitting on an elaborate, draped cloth. The person’s face is not visible due to pixelation. The main text “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is displayed in white capital letters at the top. The central black and white photo depicts an individual sitting amidst elaborate drapery; however, their face is obscured.

Issue 67, Winter 2003

  • Rooster Bridge
  • Raising Cain: The Resurrection of Mardi Gras in Mobile
  • A Seer in Selma: Edgar Cayce’s Years in Alabama
  • Shiney Moon: From Merchant to Artist
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The image appears to be the cover of a magazine titled “Alabama Heritage.” Here are the key elements: The background is solid black. At the top, the title “Alabama Heritage” is written in white capital letters. Below the title, there’s a colorful, artistic representation of a side profile of a smiling face. The face features an eye, nose, and mouth. To the left of the face, there are large red letters, although they’re partially obscured and not entirely readable. The visible text on the cover reads: “ALABAMA HERITAGE.”

Issue 66, Fall 2002

  • Monastic Make-Believe: The Ave Maria Grotto
  • The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
  • Common Bonds: Birmingham Family Snapshots, 1900-1950
  • Places in Peril: Alabama’s Endangered Historic Landmarks for 2002
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The image appears to be a cover of “Alabama Heritage” magazine. It features a historical black and white photograph of five individuals. They seem to be engaged in some form of public gathering or protest. Above the photo, the title “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is written in bold white letters against a dark blue background. The overall tone suggests this is a historical or archival image featured on the magazine cover.

Issue 65, Summer 2002

  • Dust Cave
  • Nancy Batson, Pursuit Pilot Extraordinaire
  • Three Cheers and a Tiger for the Lomax Rifles!
  • Alabama Voices: Judge John B. Scott’s Epitaph to the Mule
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The image features the cover of a publication titled “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” The background is dark, and the title text is prominently displayed in white. Below the title, there’s an intricate architectural structure with detailed patterns and designs. Key elements: The large white text at the top reads “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” Below the title, there’s an image of an architectural structure adorned with intricate designs. The architectural design showcases various patterns and colors, including green, brown, and gold. It appears to be either a ceiling or a wall with meticulously crafted artwork or craftsmanship. Overall, the image conveys a sense of historical or cultural significance. The text within the image reads: “ALABAMA HERITAGE.”

Issue 64, Spring 2002

  • Richard Upjohn in Alabama
  • The Mussels of Muscle Shoals
  • Mobile’s Old Catholic Cemetery
  • Frank Lockwood and His Architectural Legacy
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The image features the text “ALABAMA HERITAGE” in white capital letters against a dark background at the top. Below the text, there is an artwork of a person holding a child. The person is dressed in historical attire with detailed clothing including ruffles and lace. The child appears to be asleep or resting and is swaddled in cloth. A domestic interior setting can be inferred from the background of the artwork.

Issue 63, Winter 2002

  • John Grimes, Alabama’s First Portrait Artist
  • Incident at Hatcher’s Run. Old Mobile Archaeology
  • Changing the Heart of Darkness: Sheppard & Lapsley in the Congo
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The image appears to be a cover of a magazine or brochure titled “ALABAMA HERITAGE.” Here are the key elements: Title: “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is prominently displayed at the top in white capital letters against a black background. Illustration/Photograph: Below the title, there’s an illustration or photograph capturing a serene and picturesque landscape. Landscape: The scene depicts a small town or village nestled in a valley. Various buildings, including what appears to be a mill, dot the landscape. Water Body: A river or canal flows through the settlement. Background: Mountains rise in the distance, set against an orange-purple sky, suggesting either dawn or dusk. Mood: The overall mood conveyed by the image is peaceful and idyllic. The text “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is also visible on the cover.

Issue 62, Fall 2001

  • Why Alabama Needs a New Constitution
  • Twickenham, or How Huntsville Came to Share Its History With a London Suburb
  • Places in Peril: Alabama’s Endangered Historic Landmarks for 2001
  • To Die in Dixie: Alabama and the Electric Chair
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The image appears to be a magazine cover or a similar publication. Here are the details: The title “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is prominently displayed at the top in white, bold letters against a dark background. Below the title, there is an image of an ancient-looking pottery piece. The pottery resembles an animal’s head, possibly a bird or reptile, with visible features like eyes and a beak or mouth. The pottery has an aged appearance with earthy tones of brown and red. At the bottom of the cover, there is additional text in smaller font that likely provides information about the publication or a related organization. The main text “ALABAMA HERITAGE” is displayed at the top in bold white letters. A photograph of the ancient pottery piece occupies the central portion of the image. The pottery appears to depict an animal’s head with discernible features and has earthy tones. Smaller text at the bottom likely provides more context about this publication or related entity. The OCR-detected text reads: “ALABAMA HERITAGE PUBLISHED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AND THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM.”

Issue 61, Summer 2001

  • Walter B. Jones and Moundville
  • The Fatal Voyage of the Mary Frances
  • Lives of Quiet Affirmation: Anniston’s Early Jewish Community
  • The Great Montgomery Monkey Trial
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