The collection consists of documents, artifacts, newspaper clippings, photos, and scrapbooks documenting the activities of W. Fred Duckworth in politics, as a businessman, and as a civic leader. Of particular note are the documents related to Duckworth's role in the desegregation of Norfolk Public Schools in the 1950s and 1960s.
The collection is organized into four series: Series I: Papers; Series II: Memorabilia; Series III: Oversize Photographs and Certificates; and Series IV: Oversize Albums and Scrapbooks.
Open to researchers without restrictions.
Before publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from Special Collections and University Archives, and the holder of the copyright, if not Old Dominion University Libraries.
Betty Duckworth Farrand
Gift. Accession #A80-23
Paul T. Schweitzer Papers (MG 16); Forrest P. White Papers (MG 5).
[Identification of item], Box [insert number], Folder [insert number and title], W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
William Fred Duckworth was born June 20, 1899 in Brevard, North Carolina. He graduated from Kernersville High School in Kernersville, North Carolina, and attended Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina. He served in the Infantry during World War I. Duckworth married Gertrude Summers, a native of Statesville, North Carolina. Together they had one daughter, Betty.
Mr. Duckworth's first employment was with the Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1920. In 1931, he was promoted to manager of the plant. Then in 1933, he transferred to the Memphis Tennessee Plant. In 1936, Duckworth moved to Norfolk, Virginia to manage the Norfolk Plant. He worked for the Ford Motor Company until 1942.
Mr. Duckworth served his country again from 1942 to 1944, as Regional Director of the War Production Board in Cleveland, Ohio. After this he became an independent businessman, founding the Cavalier Motor Company in Norfolk, Virginia. He served as President of the company until 1959. After that, he continued to serve as Chairman of the Board.
In 1950, running on the coalition ticket, Duckworth was elected as mayor of Norfolk. He served in this position for twelve years, as Norfolk's longest running mayor. He finally declined re-election in 1962. Among his accomplishments as mayor of Norfolk include slum clearance, an industrial park, the Norfolk bridges and tunnels, and the General Douglas MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk's old Court House.
On March 4, 1972, William Fred Duckworth was shot and killed while taking his regular nightly walk near his Norfolk apartment. No one was ever charged with the crime.
Note written by Special Collections Staff
This series contains newspaper clippings, photographs, and other material related to W. Frederick Duckworth, General Douglas MacArthur, and Virginia Governor Thomas B. Stanley.
This sub-series contains biographical and historical information on William Fred Duckworth. Included are newspaper clippings, correspondence, programs, and unframed certificates. A bulk of the materials relates to Mr. Duckworth's untimely death in 1972. Of particular note is the transcript of the 1962 WTAR presentation "The Duckworth Years" highlighting Mr. Duckworth's career as Mayor of Norfolk.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 1, Biographical Information, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 2, Certificate of Honorary Mention in People-to-People, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 3, Honorary Alumni- Chesapeake College, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 4, Honorary Diploma- Douglas MacArthur Academy, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 5, Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree Speech, Howard Payne College, 1969 October 18, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 6, WTAR Presentation on "The Duckworth Years", 1962 August 23, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 7, Account of 1959 European Tour, Iula Convention in Berlin, Germany, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 8, Prayer and Hymn for Fred Duckworth Funeral Services, First Presbyterian Church, Ahoskie, North Carolina, 1972, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 9, Sympathy Cards and Letters regarding Fred Duckworth's Death, 1972 March, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 10, Duckworth Memorial Contributions, Letters, 1972, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 11, Memorial Resolutions- MacArthur Memorial Foundation, Board of Directors, 1972 March 16, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 12, Memorial Resolutions- Tidewater Virginia Development Council, 1972 April 13, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 13, Memorial Resolutions- Virginia Bunkers Association, 1972 June, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 14, Memorial Resolutions- Virginia National Bank, 1972 July 14, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 15, Duckworth Plaque- University, 1973 April 12, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 16, Duckworth Plaque- Inscription, 1973 April 13, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 17, Clippings, Political, Pt. I, circa 1960-1969, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 18, Clippings, Political, Pt. II, circa 1960-1969, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 19, Clippings, W. Fred Duckworth, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 20, Clippings, MacArthur Memorial's W. Fred Duckworth Slain, 1972 March 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 21, Clippings, Duckworth Slaying, 1972 March, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 1, Folder 22, Clippings, "Duckworth Slaying Still a Mystery," Virginian Pilot, 1979 January 2, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 1, U.S.S. Norfolk Commissions, 1953 March 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 2, Photo, Fred Duckworth and W.E. Norman, Opening, 1951 March 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 3, Legal Documents and Memorandum of Association, Standard Marine Insurance Company, Limited, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 4, Black and White Photos- Duckworth NHRA Demolition Ceremony, 1951, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 5, Color Photo/Portrait of Duckworth and Joseph Healy, circa 1960-1972, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 6, Black and White Photos, Portraits of Fred Duckworth, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 7, 28 Black and White Photos of the First Visit of the U.S.S. Norfolk to Norfolk, VA, 1954 March, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 8, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Supreme Council, 33 Degree, 1971 October, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
This sub-series is devoted to General Douglas MacArthur's death and funeral in 1964.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 9, General Douglas MacArthur: Last Journey for an Old Soldier, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 10, Clippings, Douglas MacArthur Death, Part I, 1964 April 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 11, Clippings, Douglas MacArthur Death, Part II, 1964 April 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 12, Clippings, Douglas MacArthur Death, Part III, 1964 April 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 13, General Douglas MacArthur Funeral Service, 1964 April 11, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 14, General Douglas MacArthur Memorial, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
This sub-series contains information on Virginia Governor Thomas B. Stanley. Included are a program for a dinner in honor of Governor Stanley and information on Virginia's 350th Anniversary Tour of Europe. This tour was a prelude to the observance of the anniversary of the first permanent English settlement in Jamestown.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 15, Inscribed Program in Honor of Governor Thomas B. Stanley, 1956 October 27, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 16, Booklet on the Virginia 350th Anniversary Tour of Europe, 1956 September 29-November 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 17, Itineraries of the Virginia Commonwealth Visit to Europe, 1956 September 29-November 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 18, Lists of Members of the Party, Virginia Commonwealth Visit to Europe, 1956 September 29-November 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
This series contains various memorabilia from Mr. Duckworth's life. Included are items that relate to his career as Norfolk mayor and items that reflect his various civic involvements.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 19, Three Webster School Notebooks, undated, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
[Identification of item and date], Box 2, Folder 20, The Elementary Spelling Book, 1908, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Academic Hood, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Masonic Fez, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Three Wooden Gavels, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Plaque from U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen, Class of 1961, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
City of Norfolk, September 1950 to August 1962 Memorial, Wood, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
"Mr. Duckworth, President of the Council", Wooden Name Plate, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
"W.F. Duckworth," Wooden Name Plate with Metal, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Brass Ship with Chain, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Wooden Gavel Base, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Yellow Pine, Key to the City of Bogalusa, Louisiana, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Shriner's Oasis Fez Hat and Case, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Rotary International Pin, undated, Oversize Box 3, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, Tile, Opening, 1964, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Mace Clamp, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Dare County and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Centennial Medallion, 1970, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Key from Bethlehem, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Pen and Knife box, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Square Containing Barbed Wire from the Iron Curtain, Presented by the Radio Free Europe Fund, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Mason Medallion, Fredrick the Great (2 Copies), undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
ROJ Pendant, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
SEMCO Clock and Case, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Goldwater & Byrd pins (2 copies), Goldwater 1964 pins (2 copies), Broyhill for Congress, IKE gold pin, Gold elephant with glasses pin, Robertson for Senate pin, Byrd for Senator pin, White & red elephant pin)
Assorted Campaign Buttons, 1964, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Eastern Gas & Fuel Associates File Clip, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Virginia Dare Medallion, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Wilmington N.C. Key- "Azalea Capital of the World", circa 1959, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Pedometer, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Cosmopolitan Club, Distinguished Service Medal, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Deputy Sheriff's Badge, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Hammer with Spherical Head, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
National Seal, undated, Oversize Box 4, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
This series contains photographs and certificates pertaining to Fred Duckworth. Many of the photographs are of Mr. Duckworth. There are also photos of General Douglas MacArthur, as well as other military, political, and civic leaders. There are a few photos related to Mr. Duckworth's career with Ford Motor Company. Certificates from various organizations and councils recognize Duckworth's work and accomplishments.
Color Print of Jungle Warfare and Signature of Douglas MacArthur, undated, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Manila Folder Containing Inscribed Black and White Photograph of Douglas MacArthur Landing in the Philippines, 1944, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Envelope Containing 24 Color Potographs, of Dedication of MacArthur Memorial, 1964, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
"Photographs" Album of Photographs and News Clippings, 1946 District Dealer Meetings, Southeastern Region, 1946, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Album of W.F Duckworth: photographs
"National Ford Dealers Council," Dearborn, Michigan, 1964 October 7-9, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Red Photograph Album Containing Black and White Photographs Taken During Trip to Europe, 1961, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Blue photograph Album with Note from Bob Havins of Howard Payne College, 1969 October 18, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Doctor of Laws Certificate Presented to W. Fred Duckworth by Howard Payne College, 1969 October 18, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Photographs of W.F. Duckworth visiting the Schultheiss Brewery, Berlin-Spandau, on June 22, 1959, with letter of invitation, June 17, 1959. Also enclosed is an invitation to a reception on June 20, 1959, from the American Municipal Association.
Scrapbook of Duckworth's Trip to Schultheiss Brewery and American Municipal Association Reception, 1959 June, Oversize Box 5, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Certificate Granting Status of "Honorary Alumnus of the Armed Forces Staff College" to Hon. W. Fred Duckworth, undated, Oversize Box 6, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Black and White Photograph of Mayor Duckworth and Others at the International Fleet Review, with Inscription, 1957 June 12, Oversize Box 6, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Citation Presented to Hon. W. Fred Duckworth by the Military Order of the World Wars in Recognition of His Part in Establishing the MacArthur Memorial, 1964 October 9, Oversize Box 6, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Color Photograph of the U.S.S. Norfolk with Inscription by the Captain, undated, Oversize Box 6, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Black and White Photograph of the Launching of the U.S.S. Norfolk, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Black and White Photograph of Fred Duckworth at the Launching of the U.S.S. Norfolk, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Black and White Photograph of Councilman Lawrence Page, Inscription, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Color Photograph of Queen Elizabeth II, With Blue Ribbon Enclosed, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Color Photograph of Admiral Thomas Moorer with Inscription to Fred Duckworth, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Resolution of Norfolk Rotary Club in Memory of W. Fred Duckworth, 1972 March 7, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Citation Presented to Hon. William Fredrick Duckworth with the Distinguished Service Medal Awarded by the Cosmopolitan Club of Norfolk, 1956, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Color Photograph of Admiral Page Smith, Inscription, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Color Photograph of Admiral Robert Dennison, Inscription, undated, Oversize Box 7, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Photographs of Fred Duckworth and Color Photograph of Mrs. Duckworth, undated, Oversize Box 8, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Folder From James T. White & Company Containing Black and White Photographs of Fred Duckworth for the National Cyclopaedia of American Biography, undated, Oversize Box 8, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Black and White Photograph of Naval Officer and Six Women re: Scholarship Award with Accompanying Note from John Funk, undated, Oversize Box 8, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Black and White Photograph of 130 Ford Salesmen Who Won the Trip to World's Fair in Chicago, undated, Oversize Box 8, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Includes E.V. Griffin, George L. Abbott, F. Duckworth, Lawrence Page, and N.B. Etheridge
Photograph Holder with Photograph of Norfolk City Council, 1950, Oversize Box 8, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Certificate of Appreciation to William Fredrick Duckworth from Eight Civic Organizations, 1972 September 6, Oversize Box 9, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Certificate from President Eisenhower to William Fredrick Duckworth Appointing Him A Member of the Water Pollution Control Advisory Board in the Public Health Service, 1957 September 26, Oversize Box 9, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Resolution Honoring W. Fred Duckworth Upon His Death by the State Highway Commission, 1972 March 16, Oversize Box 9, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
House Joint Resolution No. 162 of the Virginia General Assembly Honoring Fred Duckworth After His Death, 1972 March 7, Oversize Box 10, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Posthumous Special Service Award From the Virginia State Chamber of Commerce, 1972 May 10, Oversize Box 10, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Mason Certificate as Knight Commander, undated, Oversize Box 10, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Mason Certificate as Master of the Royal Secret, undated, Oversize Box 10, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Mason Certificate as Inspector General, undated, Oversize Box 10, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
This series contains albums, scrapbooks, and books related to Mr. Duckworth's activities. Many contain material from his time working for Ford Motor Company. Other material relates to his terms as mayor of Norfolk.
"Ford-O-Graphs" Album of W.F. Duckworth Activities: Photographs and News Clippings, 1951, Oversize Box 11, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
"Ford Close-Ups" Album of W.F. Duckworth, Photographs of Henry Ford, undated, Oversize Box 11, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Includes flier, program, and news clippings
"Strictly Personal" Album of W.F. Duckworth, Activities, 1950, Oversize Box 11, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
With news clippings, programs, and inserts
Book: A New Era Opens: Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, April 15, 1964, Oversize Box 11, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
White Album Containing Resolutions Passed in Honor of W. Fred Duckworth Following His Death, 1972, Oversize Box 12, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
White Scrapbook of W. Fred Duckworth News Clippings, 1972 March 3, Oversize Box 12, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Brown Scrapbook Containing Entries Form, 1956-1957, Oversize Box 12, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Including papers, 13 black and white photographs
Binder of Materials From the Douglas MacArthur Academy of Freedom of Howard Payne College, undated, Oversize Box 13, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
College of William and Mary Scrapbook to W. Fred Duckworth, 1964, Oversize Box 14, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
W. Fred Duckworth: Ford Motor Company Scrapbook, 1924-1963, Oversize Box 14, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Wooden Scrapbook, 1958-1963, Oversize Box 15, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Green Scrapbook, 1951-1957, Oversize Box 16, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, City Council Resolution in Honor of Mayor Duckworth Upon Leaving City Council, 1962 August, Oversize Box 17, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.
Framed, Certificate From President Eisenhower to William Fredrick Duckworth, Appointing Him A Member of the Water Pollution Control Advisory Board in the Public Health Service, 1957 September 26, W. Fred Duckworth Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.