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Paine, Donald	Title: Donald Paine Collection of the White Caps of Sevierville, Tennessee, MS-2513 Abstract: This collection houses notes, correspondence, legal transcripts, supporting legal cases, newspaper clippings, and books documenting the White Cap organization and membership.
Paine, Donald	Title: Donald Paine Collection, MS-2708 Abstract: This collection consists of records of historical trials from Tennessee (including transcripts, newspaper clippings, photographs, audio recordings, VHS tapes, etc.) and materials from seminars for which Paine presented.
Paine, Donald	Title: Donald Paine Collection of State of Tennessee v. Fulton, MS-2732 Abstract: This collection contains lectures, handouts, notes, photocopies of court documents, maps, newspaper clippings, and photographs collected by Donald Paine that document State of Tennessee v. Fulton, a case related to the murder of former UT student Sam Parker on July 5, 1906.
Paine, Donald	Title: Donald Paine Collection of Harvey Kid Curry Logan, MS-2778 Abstract: This collection consists of Paine's research materials that trace the history of Harvey Kid Curry Logan, famed bank and train robber and associate of Butch Cassidy's Wild Bunch, through his crimes and trials across the country in the early 20th century.
Paine, Donald	Title: Donald Paine Collection of State of Kentucky v. Epperson and Hodge, MS-2807 Abstract: This collection consists of Donald Paine's collection of records from the 1985 murder trials of Roger Dale Epperson and Benny Lee Hodge (including transcripts, newspaper clippings, photographs, VHS tapes, etc.).
Paine, Donald	Title: Don Paine Collection of State of Tennessee v. Maurice Mays, MS-3056 Abstract: This collection contains the materials collected by Tennessee lawyer Donald F. Paine about the murder trials of Maurice Mays in 1919 and 1921. Mays, a black restaurateur and former deputy sheriff of Knoxville, was convicted of the murder of a white woman named Bertie Lindsey in 1919. He was executed by the state on March 15, 1922, despite the concerns of respectable white and black citizens as to a fair trial and doubts about his guilt. Three series within the collection contain photocopies of trial transcripts, newspaper articles, correspondence, and other material about the case from the 1910s and 1920s, as well as publications and lectures about the case from the 1983 to 2007.
Paine, Donald F.	Title: Donald F. Paine Papers, MS-2915 Abstract: This collection contains Donald F. Paine's research papers documenting four early 20th century Tennessee murder trials, including the supposed death of Tom Buntin in 1931, a possible murder committed by Dr. J. Herman Feist in 1906, the conviction and pardon of Claude Nichols in 1955 and the 1970s, and the numerous trials and eventual acquittal of Bertie Wrather in the 1940s.
Paine, Donald.	Title: Donald Paine Papers, MS-2640 Abstract: This collection consists of records of historical trials (including transcripts, newspaper clippings, photographs, scrapbooks, etc.) and two texts from seminars which were attended by Paine.
Palo, George Payne	Title: George P. Palo Papers, MS-2674 Abstract: The George P. Palo Papers, circa 1860s-1990s (bulk 1920s-1990s), contains the personal and professional papers of George P. Palo, former Chief Engineer of TVA, and his wife Annie G. Palo. The collection consists of articles, biographical documents, correspondence, school papers from M.I.T., photographs, and travel material from Europe, USA, Russia, China, etc. The bulk of the collection spans George's career with TVA and his experiences with civil engineering.
Park Family	Title: Park Family Papers, MS-538 Abstract: This collection houses correspondence, ledgers, and bank records documenting the lives of several members of the Park family in Knoxville, Tennessee and Galleighan, Ireland.
Park, James	Title: Historical Sketch of the First Presbyterian Church of Knoxville, Tennessee, MS-144 Abstract: This collection houses a brief synopsis detailing how and when the First Presbyterian Church of Knoxville, Tennessee was established.
Parker, Jim	Title: Jim Parker/Knoxville Baseball Club Letter, MS-2309 Abstract: The Jim Parker/Knoxville Baseball Club Letter Letter, 1938, contains a letter and envelope from the Knoxville Baseball Club to Jim Parker about transferring from the Dallas Club and signing the Knoxville Club's 1938 contract.
Parker, Paul	Title: Paul Parker Papers, MS-2779 Abstract: This collection contains writings, playbooks, notes, and clippings relating to Paul Parker, assistant Tennessee football coach under Robert Neyland. The majority of the work consists of plays, primarily from 1909-1910, with playbooks from the 1926 and 1927 seasons of Tennessee football. The collection also contains of a photograph of Neyland with assistant coaches Parker and Britton, a form letter from Neyland to returning players at the beginning of the breakout 1928 season, and several papers by Parke H. Davis, a noted college football historian.
Parker, Sam Epps Young	Title: Sam Y. Parker Collection, MS-830 Abstract: This collection houses materials documenting the murder of University of Tennessee graduate Sam Y. Parker by Judge Fulton of Helenwood, Tennessee in 1906.
Parker, Silas L.	Title: Silas L. Parker Letter, MS-2879 Abstract: The June 11, 1862, letter, written by 1st Lieutenant Silas L. Parker of the IL 44th Infantry, B Company, describes the movements of his Company, the rankings of officers, his promotion, and the available food supply; furthermore, he strongly requests a reply from his family.
Parlon, Thomas N.	Title: Thomas N. Parlon Oral History, MS-2645 Abstract: This collection consists of an April 27, 2000 interview with Thomas N. Parlon for the Veteran's Oral History Project at the Center for the Study of War and Society, Department of History, University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Parlon discusses his participation in the National Guard and his service in the Pacific.
Parmalee, Paul Woodburn	Title: Fishing Instructions for a U.S. Navy Survival Kit, MS-3109 Abstract: This collection houses a World War II era set of Fishing Instructions for a Navy fishing survival kit designed to help a soldier survive in case of becoming stranded on islands. It outlines general rules for fishing, the contents of the kit with instructions for each part, and information about certain types of animals and plants. There is also a note on native peoples.
Passmore, L.H.	Title: L.H. Passmore Letter, MS-3083 Abstract: This collection consists of a letter from L.H. Passmore of Ducktown, Tennessee to Senator William G. Brownlow. Passmore asks Brownlow's advice on with candidate the Republican party should nominate for governor of Tennessee, given that both support giving former Confederate soldiers back the vote, a policy that Passmore opposes.
Patterson, George	Title: George Patterson Note and Clippings, MS-2235 Abstract: In a July 8, 1864 note, Col. George Patterson is commanded to report for citizen train guard in Memphis. Attached to the note are two newspaper clippings related to Special Order No. 74, requiring prominent Memphis secessionists to ride trains from Memphis to LaGrange in order to curb attacks on the railroads by Confederates.
Patterson, James C.	Title: James C. Patterson Letter,, MS-2893 Abstract: This collection consists of a letter written by Civil War surgeon James C. Patterson on June 9, 1863, in Nashville, Tenn. In the letter, Patterson discusses almost being captured near Murfreesboro Pike, and also talks about not having been paid since he joined the war.
Patterson, Martha Johnson	Title: Martha Johnson Patterson Photograph, MS-2867 Abstract: This is an undated black and white photograph of Martha Johnson Patterson, daughter of President Andrew Johnson.
Payne and Sons	Title: Payne and Sons Ledgers, MS-616 Abstract: This collection houses seven volumes documenting the activities of the firm of Payne and Sons between 1911 and 1920.
Peay, Austin	Title: Austin Peay Appointment, MS-37 Abstract: In this 1926 document, Tennessee governor Austin Peay appoints Miss Mary E. Baker as a delegate to the 50th Anniversary Conference of the American Library Association. This conference was held October 4-9, 1926, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Peck Family	Title: Peck and Allen Family Papers, MS-2852 Abstract: The Peck and Allen Family Papers consist primarily of correspondence and one journal from 1853 to 1903. The Peck and Allen family members correspond to and from individuals in Wolf Creek and Oakland, Tennessee and Florida. The letters and journal include writings about traveling to Georgia, Louisiana, Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee cities such as Knoxville, Nashville, Memphis, Loudon, and Kingsport.
Peine, John Douglas	Title: John Peine Collection, MS-2029 Abstract: The John Peine Collection houses drafts, reports, proposals, letters, and memoranda documenting various issues affecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Peltzer, Gustavus A.	Title: Gustavus A. Peltzer Letter, MS-2878 Abstract: The letter is written by Gustavus A. Peltzer, dated July 2, 1863, and is addressed to his friend Ellis. The letter, written in response to previous correspondence from Ellis, details the events that led to his imprisonment in Knoxville, Tennessee. The collection also contains the original envelope used for this correspondance.
Pen, George	Title: George Pen Letter, MS-2911 Abstract: George Pen composed this letter on December 25th, 1863. He writes to his cousin Hariett and discusses the travel, lodging, and weather conditions. He comments on his trip from Chicago, Illinois to Nashville, Tennessee, and he expresses his attitudes toward his work and pay.
Perkins, James A.	Title: James Perkins' The Cass Mastern Material Papers, MS-2834 Abstract: Collection contains James Perkins' research material for his book The Cass Mastern Material, which explores the variations in Robert Penn Warren's work. Correspondence, an interview, electronic copies of his book, and paper copies of Warren's plays are included.
Perkins, James Ashbrook	Title: James A. Perkins Book Materials, MS-2919 Abstract: This collection houses material documenting James A. Perkins' Robert Penn Warren and The Cass Mastern Material. Contained herein are edited manuscripts, editors' notes, original drafts, and correspondence between James A. Perkins and various people related to the book.
Perkins, James Ashbrook	Title: James Perkins' Selected Letters of Robert Penn Warren (Volume 3) Material, MS-3057 Abstract: This collection contains material for the 2006 publication Selected Letters of Robert Penn Warren: Triumph and Transition, 1943-1952 (Volume 3), edited by Randy Hendricks, James A. Perkins, and William Bradford Clark. Most of the material is copies of Warren's letters with edits by Perkins. There are also drafts and a page proof of the manuscript, as well as correspondence with the publisher, Louisiana State University Press.
Pettibone, Ira Fayette	Title: Ira Fayette Pettibone Chaplain Report, MS-2959 Abstract: This collection consists of a report written by Chaplain Ira Fayette Pettibone, then serving with the 74th Regiment of the Illinois Volunteers, in Chattanooga on November 1, 1864.
Petway, Hinchey	Title: Hinchey Petway Ledger, MS-2482 Abstract: This collection consists of a memorandum of monies received by Hinchey Petway belonging to the state of Tennessee for land in Williamson County. The ledger contains fifty-six pages of entries which spans the years 1824 to 1838 with the bulk of the entries recorded prior to 1830.
Phafflin, J. H	Title: Professor J.H. Phafflin Reward Broadside, MS-2725 Abstract: This collection contains a broadside dated December 29, 1911, issuing a reward for the arrest of Professor J.H. Phafflin. According to the broadside, Professor Phafflin was a clairvoyant and was accused of operating under false pretenses.
Pickard, Alfred	Title: Corporal Alfred Pickard Letter, MS-2626 Abstract: This collection contains World War I correspondence of Corporal Alfred Pickard, 159th Aero Squadron, American Expeditionary Force, to Mother and all. It is dated December 11, 1918. Letter includes details about Cpl. Fitzgerald's R&R in the French resort town of Aix Les Blain from December 11-19, 1918.
Pierce, Charles H.	Title: Sgt. Charles H. Pierce Roll Books and Diary, MS-2227 Abstract: The Sgt. Charles H. Pierce Roll Books and Diary, 1863-1864, contain muster rolls for the 129th Regiment, Company C of the Ohio Volunteer Infantry as well as Pierce's diary, which describes military action around the Cumberland Gap and the Clinch River during the Civil War.
Pike, Addie	Title: Addie Pike Letter, MS-3160 Abstract: This letter from Addie Pike of Salem, Massachusetts, to her brother Edwin of Nashville, Tennessee, discusses such local events as their father having all of his teeth extracted and observing rallies for Abraham Lincoln and little Mac George B. McClellan.
Pillow, Gideon J.	Title: Gideon J. Pillow Letter, MS-2138 Abstract: In a letter dated August 7, 1847, from Pueblo, Mexico, to James W. Breedlove in New Orleans, La., Major General Gideon J. Pillow, brigade and division commander in the Mexican War, defends himself against political attacks by Whigs.
Pointer, James L.	Title: Dr. James L. Pointer Oral History, MS-2696 Abstract: This interview covers Pointer's boyhood on a farm in Heiskell, TN (Knox County) through his experience flying as a pilot in WWII.
Political Letters	Title: Political Letters, MS-2370 Abstract: This collection, the Political Letters of 1901-1947, contain eleven letters, mainly to or from politicians in Washington, D.C., or lawyers in the United States -- two about House Resolution 6324, six thank you letters to W. M. Deisher of the Armentrout & Deisher Co. of Reading, PA, and three other letters.
Polk, James K.	Title: James K. Polk Appointment of William D. Fraser, MS-2736 Abstract: This collection consists of a framed appointment dated March 3, 1849 for Captain William D. Fraser to attain the rank of Major by Brevet for meritonous conduct while serving in the Enemy's Country. This document is signed by both President James K. Polk and Secreatry of War William L. Marcy.
Polk, James Knox.	Title: James K. Polk Note, MS-2258 Abstract: In a September 5, 1846 note, President James K. Polk announces the assignment of Lieutenant Thomas Brounell to inspection duty for steam ships that the government contracted through Edward Mills for mail carrying.
Polk, John L.	Title: John L. Polk Public Auction Inventory, MS-2777 Abstract: This collection contains an 1831 auction inventory of John L. Polk. The inventory includes furniture, a slave woman, and a book, Letters From the South, by James Kirke Paulding.
Pontious, Daniel	Title: Daniel Pontious Letter, MS-3134 Abstract: This collection houses a letter written by Daniel Pontious on June 13, 1865 from Shell Mound, Tennessee to Hannah in Ohio. The letter concerns news of friends and family, the family farm, a college graduation that Pontious will be unable to attend, and the the Union Army's slow progress in mustering out troops following the Confederate surrender.
Pope, James Pinckney	Title: James P. Pope Papers, MS-324 Abstract: The papers of James P. Pope principally cover the time period of his service on the board of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
Present, Richard David	Title: Richard David Present Collection, MS-1576 Abstract: This collection contains the manuscript of Dr. Present's book, Kinetic Theory of Gases, reprints of journal articles by Dr. Present and other physicists, and class notes from Physics classes taught by Dr. Present at the University of Tennessee.
Presley, William T.,	Title: William T. Presley Correspondence,, MS-2783 Abstract: This collections contains two letters from William Presley of the 1st Alabama Cavalry, Company A, to his wife in Prattville, Alabama. In the first letter, dated September 30, 1862 from camp direction Chattanooga, Presley mentions his need for a new horse, arguing that all men that are worthy property ought to help us poor creatures that have left our families to fight to protect them as well as our own families. In the second letter, dated April 7, 1863 from camp near Middleton, Bedford County, Tenn., Presley discusses the difficulty of being away from his family. He writes that the thoughts of dear ones at home and no chance to see them tries the strength of a mans heart and at times is more than I can bear until I get off by myself and shed a few tears which seems to be some relief.
Pritchard, James E.	Title: James Pritchard Letter, MS-2154 Abstract: In this letter written from Waverly, Tenn., and dated February 16, 1864, James E. Pritchard of the 8th Iowa Cavalry writes to his brother John. He comments that the Rebels will never regain a hold on East Tennessee, noting that in Waverly, 300 Confederates surrendered and took the oath of allegiance.
Probert, George W.	Title: George W. Probert Papers, MS-2545 Abstract: This collection contains two letters to and an obituary for George W. Probert. The letters (1878 and 1882) are from his cousin John T. Probert. The obituary is not dated, but was probably written shortly after his death in 1899.
Pryor, Brown	Title: Pryor Brown Livery Stables and Transfer Company Records, MS-595 Abstract: This collection houses 46 volumes of cash books, day books, daily records, feed books, order books, and other records documenting the activities of the Pryor Brown Livery Stables and Transfer Company between 1883 and 1916.
Purdom, Bill	Title: Historical and Pictorial Review, 117th Infantry, 30th Infantry Division, Army of the United States: Fort Jackson, South Carolina, MS-3128 Abstract: This collection contains a copy of Historical and Pictorial Review, 30th Infantry Division, Army of the United States: Fort Jackson, South Carolina, 1941, as presented to Sgt. Bill Purdom, 117th Infantry, 30th Division. It is a yearbook for the 30th Division and the 117th Infantry, including historical information.

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