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| MS-0301 |
Title: James White Papers
Abstract: This collection consists of papers documenting James White of Knoxville, Tennessee, including genealogical records from the White family Bible and a photocopy of a legal document. A short biography of James White is also included.
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| MS-0308 |
Title: Malcom Miller Collection
Abstract: This collection contains correspondence, publications, photographs, business papers, newspaper clippings, manuscripts, and notes documenting the life and work of Knoxville theater critic Malcom Miller.
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| MS-0309 |
Title: James Gettys McGready Ramsey Papers
Abstract: This collection houses materials documenting the life and work of James Gettys McGready Ramsey. These papers include diaries, correspondence, essays, and articles written by Ramsey in addition to articles and biographical information describing Ramsey.
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| MS-0311 |
Title: Joseph Smith Fowler Autobiography
Abstract: This collection consists of a Xerox copy of Joseph Smith Fowler's autobiography. It describes his early life and education, his political activity during the Civil War (including his service as the comptroller of Tennessee under Andrew Johnson and his participation in the Southern Union Convention), his post-war service in the United States Senate, and his observations on the impeachment of President Andrew Johnson. The manuscript also details Fowler's political stance and his opinions on numerous political matters.
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| MS-0322 |
Title: Margaret Barton Crozier Ramsey Diary
Abstract: Margaret Barton Crozier Ramsey kept this diary while she was in exile in North Carolina during and shortly after the Civil War. In it, she describes the destruction of her home in Tennessee, her journey to and life in North Carolina, the churches she attended, her religious views, her homesickness for her life in Tennessee, and her feelings toward the Union Army. She also relates family news, including news of her sons and other family members serving in the Confederate Army.
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| MS-0323 |
Title: Harry Curtis Collection
Abstract: The Curtis Collection contains business and personal correspondence, research notes and published and unpublished articles, talks, and book reviews by Dr. Curtis, photographs, articles on his retirement and death, printed technical material, and a copy of his account of his career.
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| MS-0324 |
Title: James P. Pope Papers
Abstract: The papers of James P. Pope principally cover the time period of his service on the board of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
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| MS-0325 |
Title: Charles William Dabney Collection
Abstract: The papers of Charles W. Dabney, noted entomologist, were extracted from the James D. Hoskins Collection. The material consists of several folders concerning the Association of Urban Universities, addresses and speeches, and his Brotherhood Principles.
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| MS-0326 |
Title: Brown Ayres Papers
Abstract: The papers of Dr. Ayres consist of miscellaneous files found in the James D. Hoskins Collection. Two items of interest in the collection are the accusations made against Prof. Schaeffer in 1916 and the Rhodes Scholarship folders from 1906-1912. Dr. Ayres was Chairman of the Committee for Tennessee for Rhodes Scholars.
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| MS-0327 |
Title: Alwin Thaler Papers
Abstract: The papers of Dr. Alwin Thaler consist of copy and notes used in the preparation of two books. One book was in co-editorship with Prof. Charles Mills Gayley. The book was Vol. IV of Gayley's Representative English Comedies. The second book whose galleys or printers proofs are in the collection is Thaler's Shakespeare and Democracy.
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| MS-0328 |
Title: Charles Bell Burke Papers
Abstract: The papers of Dr. Charles Bell Burke consist of poems, manuscripts, book reviews, and correspondence from 1889-1915 and 1931-1935.
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| MS-0329 |
Title: Forrest R. Jones Papers
Abstract: The papers of Forrest R. Jones consist of sketches, drawings and blueprints of some of Mr. Jones' mechanical inventions as well as correspondence dealing with the inventions. Many of these inventions were patented although they were not widely used.
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| MS-0330 |
Title: Benjamin O. Duggan Papers
Abstract: B.O. Duggan's papers are drawn from his files of reports and letters concerning education in Tennessee, which he kept while he was a professor at the University and a Commissioner of Education for the state.
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| MS-0332 |
Title: Albert Watt Hobt Papers
Abstract: The A. Watt Hobt papers consist of Mr. Hobt's collection of poems concerning sports. Poetry of Sport is a collection of works by many authors which Mr. Hobt hoped to incorporate into a volume of poetry praising sports and sportsmen.
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| MS-0333 |
Title: Jane Merchant Literary Manuscripts Collection
Abstract: The Jane Merchant literary manuscripts collection contains the manuscripts of the poet's first six books of inspirational prose and poetry, all published by Abingdon Press.
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| MS-0334 |
Title: Civil Rights Collection
Abstract: This collection contains pamphlets, newsletters, newspaper clippings, correspondence, photographs, manuscripts, certificates, and other materials documenting the struggle for Civil Rights in the Southern States between 1913 and 1970.
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| MS-0335 |
Title: Ruskin Cave College Collection
Abstract: This collection consists of photos (showing students, faculty, the campus, and campus life), student publications, programs for student performances, campus directories, and other materials documenting the Ruskin Cave College in Ruskin, Tennessee. Most of the material dates from between 1896 and 1916, but the collection includes material from as recently as 1964.
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| MS-0336 |
Title: Lawrence Edwards Collection
Abstract: This collection contains manuscripts and published copies of James Bowie, Big Dealer, Vagabondia, School at Speedwell, Tall Tales of Uncle Miles, Gravel in my Shoe, and Speedwell Sketches along with several items documenting Tennessee history.
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| MS-0339 |
Title: William Randolph Hackley Letters
Abstract: This collection consists of 43 letters from William Randolph Hackley to his wife and family in Illinois written from 1863-1866. During this time, he worked as a local special agent and cotton agent with the United States Department of the Treasury in West Tennessee and Mississippi. The correspondence describes Hackley's efforts to make money to send home to his family, the low salary paid to treasury employees, the corrupt nature of the Treasury Department, and the cynicism of government workers. The letters also demonstrate Hackley's homesickness and love for his family.
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| MS-0355 |
Title: Gray Cemetery Memorandum of Internments
Abstract: This collection houses Gray Cemetery's original memorandum of internments ledger documenting the years 1852 to 1877. The ledger includes African Americans that were buried there during that time period.
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| MS-0357 |
Title: William R. Caswell Account Book
Abstract: This account book houses the records of Dandridge attorney and merchant William Caswell. Of particular interest are the docket of the 12th Judicial Circuit (1843 to 1854), slave records, estate inventories, and personal accounts.
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| MS-0362 |
Title: Moses White Collection
Abstract: This collection houses deeds, contracts, wills, speeches, correspondence, and manuscripts, most involving Moses White, documenting early Tennessee history.
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| MS-0368 |
Title: John Sevier Letters
Abstract: This collection includes letters from John Sevier to Colonels Henley and Meigs dated from 1778-1809.
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| MS-0383 |
Title: May Justus Collection
Abstract: The May Justus collection contains correspondence, manuscripts, and clippings documenting several of her literary works.
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| MS-0384 |
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| MS-0401 |
Title: John C. Hodges Collection
Abstract: The John C. Hodges Collection contains manuscripts, notes, proofs, correspondence, photocopies, and other materials documenting several of Hodges' books.
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| MS-0403 |
Title: David A. Deaderick Papers
Abstract: This collection houses the memoir of David A. Deaderick. This work documents the years 1825 to 1873 and discusses such topics as Deaderick's life in Jonesborough and Knoxville, his travels abroad, his participation in the 1849 Gold Rush, and his experiences in the Civil War.
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| MS-0408 |
Title: Elizabeth G. Cunningham Estate Papers
Abstract: This collection contains a petition by Elizabeth G. Cunningham to the County Court in Sevierville, Tenn. She is petitioning for her deceased husband's land to be sold and for the profits to be divided among herself and their children.
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| MS-0417 |
Title: Knoxville Chamber of Commerce Records
Abstract: This collection houses the official minutes of the Knoxville, Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Master Planning Committee for 1944 and 1945.
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| MS-0418 |
Title: Anna Chavannes Journal
Abstract: This collection contains the diary of Anna Chavannes, a Swiss immigrant. It was written during her journey to America in 1848.
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| MS-0423 |
Title: Smoky Mountains Hiking Club Collection
Abstract: This collection contains bulletins and handbooks of the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club. It also includes miscellaneous materials and publications related to the Cumberland Mountains, the Southern Appalachians, and wilderness issues.
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| MS-0424 |
Title: Smoky Mountain Railroad Collection
Abstract: The Smoky Mountain Railroad Collection includes correspondence, financial records, bank statements, payroll reports, agents' reports and profit and loss statements. There are also two ledgers for 1909-1912 and 1925; a record book for 1926; and a cash book for 1944-1945.
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| MS-0425 |
Title: Carl and Anne Braden Papers
Abstract: The papers of Carl and Anne Braden, civil rights workers with the Southern Conference Educational Fund (SCEF), number approximately 4,700 items and occupy 9 linear feet of shelf space. The material covers their work in the civil rights program throughout America from 1947 to 1967.
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