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Saffell, Richard M.	Title: Richard M. Saffell Papers, MS-1333 Abstract: These letters between various members of a Tennessee family (including two serving with the Confederate army) document their experience during the Civil War.
Salsbury, W. L.	Title: W. L. Salsbury Letter, MS-2853 Abstract: A letter written from W.L Salsbury at Hurricane Bridge, Tenn., to his wife, dated August 4, 1864. Salsbury writes that he will soon be coming home from his service, and passes along news regarding his company.
Samson, Marion	Title: Marion Samson Collection of General Lee Christmas and President William Walker, MS-14 Abstract: This collection documents the activities of two Americans, General Lee Christmas and William Walker, who played key parts in revolutions in Honduras and Nicaragua respectively during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Sandford, Christopher	Title: Murphy D. Smith Letter from Christopher Sandford, MS-2400 Abstract: This letter to Murphy D. Smith from Christopher Sandford, February 10, 1960, discusses the possibilities for Smith to obtain Golden Cockerel Press books.
Sanford, Alfred Fanton	Title: A.F. Sanford Arboretum Records, MS-638 Abstract: This collection houses seven boxes of record books documenting the flora present in the A.F. Sanford Arboretum between 1930 and 1941. The plants are arranged alphabetically by genus.
Sanford, Chamberlain, and Albers	Title: Sanford, Chamberlain, and Albers Check, MS-2541 Abstract: This collection contains a single check dated May 5, 1892 from the Knoxville, Tennessee drug company Sanford, Chamberlain, and Albers in the amount of forty dollars and seventy-six cents to a Mr. M. Roberts.
Sanford, Edward Terry	Title: Justice Edward T. Sanford Collection, MS-204 Abstract: This collection contains autographs, speeches, legal papers, portraits, diplomas, and licenses documenting the life and work of Edward Terry Stanford of Knoxville, Tennessee.
Sayler, James K. P.	Title: James K. P. Sayler Papers, MS-2262 Abstract: The James K. P. Sayler Papers, 1857-1943, contain correspondence, writings and speeches, bills, contracts, and other papers related to the life of Sayler, a Confederate soldier stationed in Vicksburg, MS, during the Civil War and a teacher Romeo, Tenn. Among the topics discussed are pre-Civil War politics (particularly in Missouri), military life and movement during the war, and educational and religious theory.
Scarbrough, J.C.	Title: J.C. Scarbrough Papers, MS-2593 Abstract: This collection consists of one newspaper clipping from 1995 recalling J.C. Scarbrough's experience in D-Day, and another newspaper clipping from 1995 recalling his experiences in V-E Day. Also, there is a typewritten narrative called Thoughts About D-Day by Mr. Scarbrough.
Schmitt, Bernadotte Everly	Title: Bernadotte Everly Schmitt Papers, MS-575 Abstract: This collection contains photographs, glass plate slides, article reprints, correspondence, diplomas, clippings, and published works documenting the the life and work of University of Tennessee alumnus Bernadotte Schmitt.
Schroeder, Walter A.	Title: Chromatographic Studies of Smokeless PowdersManuals for the National Defense Committee, MS-2875 Abstract: Collection includes three declassified manuals from the National Defense Committee on chromatographic studies of smokeless gunpowders and their feasibility of use in World War II. The studies took place at the University of California Technical School and cover experiments from 1943 September 25 to 1945 November 14.
Scott, Evelyn	Title: Evelyn Scott Letter, MS-1952 Abstract: In this letter, Evelyn Scott informs Mr. Northwall (an admirer of her work in Chicago) that she has received his special delivery.
Scott, Evelyn	Title: Evelyn Scott Collection, MS-2015 Abstract: This collection houses correspondence, financial documents, legal documents, manuscripts, scrapbooks, photographs, and other papers documenting the lives of authors Evelyn Scott and John Metcalfe.
Scott, Evelyn	Title: Evelyn Scott Letters, MS-2300 Abstract: The Evelyn Scott Letters, 1946-1949, contains two letters to Bob Evans, one concerning Scott's whereabouts from director of Yaddo, Elizabeth Ames, and the other from Scott herself.
Scott, Evelyn (pseud.)	Title: Evelyn Scott Drafts of Charlotte Wilder Biography, MS-2500 Abstract: This collection contains two typewritten drafts and a copy of each for page 7 of a Charlotte Wilder biography by Evelyn Scott, with typewritten and handwritten notes. It discusses Scott's time during World War II and dealing with the bank for Miss Wilder.
Scott, Evelyn and William John Metcalfe	Title: Evelyn Scott/John Metcalfe Letters, MS-2523 Abstract: This collection, the Evelyn Scott/John Metcalfe Letters, 1958-1964, consists of letters from either Scott or Metcalfe to Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Lyle or to Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Trahern in Clarksville, TN. Many of the letters discuss Evelyn's health, family, and friends from Clarksville.
Scott, John	Title: John Scott Collection, MS-2133 Abstract: In this letter, Scott discusses five men who were reported as deserters from Company I of the 3rd Iowa regiment. According to Scott, this report was unjustified because all of the men in question had been wounded and served valiantly.
Scott, Pembroke S.	Title: Pembroke S. Scott Letter, MS-2223 Abstract: In an October 27, 1863 letter to his brother Clark, Pembroke Scott, a private with the 118th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, describes food rations and skirmishes near Loudon, Tenn.
Scott, Pemroke S., d. 1864	Title: Pembroke S. Scott Letter, MS-2712 Abstract: A letter from Private Pembroke S. Scott of the 118th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, dated December 21, 1863 from camp 18 miles east of Knoxville, to his mother in Ohio about Civil War camplife and the harsh conditions he faced, as the 118th lacked rations and supplies.
Sealand, O.M.	Title: World War II Papers, MS-3154 Abstract: This collection contains English grammar books and maps of Brussels-Liege and Namur-Luxembourg distributed by the United States Army during World War II.
Security Mills	Title: Security Mills Records, MS-3138 Abstract: This collection houses receipts from Security Mills of Knoxville, Tennessee recording sales of feed to Frank William Taylor and the Taylor Supply Company of Morristown, Tennessee from 1924 to 1941.
Seely, Frederick D.	Title: Frederick D. Seely Letter, MS-2972 Abstract: In this letter to his father, Dyer Seely, Frederick Seely writes of his health and of the condition of his unit. The letter was mailed from Nashville, Tennessee.
Seiter, P.T. and F.P. Copper	Title: P.T. Seiter/F.P. Copper Letters, MS-2334 Abstract: This collection, the P.T. Seiter/F.P. Cooper Letters, 1900, contains five letters and reports from P.T. Seiter of the First National Bank in Chattanooga, TN, to F.P. Cooper of Newark, OH, about southeastern mineral properties.
Setlow, Richard Burton	Title: Richard Burton Setlow Collection, MS-1547 Abstract: This collection houses research notebooks documenting Dr. Richard Setlow's work between 1946 and 1960.
Sevier County (Tenn.)	Title: Sevier County Influenza Broadside, MS-2711 Abstract: Collection consists of a broadside, dated October 11, 1918, informing citizens of Sevier County, TN, of ways in which they can stop the spread of influenza.
Sevier Family	Title: Two Daguerrotypes (possibly Seviers), MS-2425 Abstract: This collection contains two daguerrotypes, one featuring a man and woman and the other featuring a young woman. Neither image is dated or identified, although the donor believed the couple to be Seviers.
Sevier, John	Title: John Sevier Letters, MS-368 Abstract: This collection includes letters from John Sevier to Colonels Henley and Meigs dated from 1778-1809.
Sevier, John	Title: John Sevier Diary, MS-1782 Abstract: This collection consists of a typescript of a diary of John Sevier, spanning from 1790-1815.
Sevier, John	Title: John Sevier Collection, MS-1941 Abstract: The material, covering 1782-1839, contains letters and documents related to the War of 1812. Important correspondents include Lyman Draper, John Overton, William Blount, David Henley, and Return J. Meigs.
Seymour Family	Title: Seymour Family Papers, MS-2706 Abstract: This collection consists of correspondence, speeches, reports, receipts, manuscsripts, publications, photographs, and clippings documenting the activities of various members of the Seymour family of East Tennessee between 1903 and 1989. Most prominently documented are Charles Milne Seymour, Sr., a lawyer, and Charles Milne Seymour, Jr., a priest at St. John's Episcopal Church in Knoxville. Topics touched upon include Knoxville city planning (including a discussion of riverfront development and the construction of the Henley Street Bridge), religion, and genealogy.
Sharp, Aaron Jack	Title: A.J. Sharp Diary, MS-2442 Abstract: This collection contains one photocopy of a diary kept by naturalist A.J. Sharp while he was a technician in the National Park Service, stationed at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park from Aug. 1, 1934, to Sept. 23, 1934.
Sharp, Aaron John	Title: Aaron J. Sharp Collection, MS-1569 Abstract: This collection consists of Dr. Sharp's journals of collected flora in Latin America, Taiwan, Mexico, India, Japan, the Philippines, and several western states of the United States. Also included is biographical information on Dr. Sharp as well as both professional and personal correspondence by Dr. Sharp. Numerous journal articles written by Dr. Sharp are part of the collection. The collection contains Dr. Sharp's handwritten journals as well as those same journals typewritten.
Shean, Morris	Title: Morris Shean/Tennessee Militia Documents, MS-2808 Abstract: Collection consists of four early militia documents from the Nashville area. Dated 1793 and 1794, the documents record the actions of Morris Shean, a soldier in Captain Joseph McElwrath's Company of Militia.
Sheet Music	Title: Sheet Music Collection, MS-1130 Abstract: This collection houses sheet music documenting the work of a number of early 20th century composers. Interested researchers may also wish to consult UTK-MS-1071, UTK-MS-1072, and UTK-MS-1231.
Sheet Music	Title: Sheet Music Collection, MS-1575 Abstract: This collection houses sheet music documenting the work of a number of early 20th century composers. Interested researchers may also wish to consult UTK-MS-1071, UTK-MS-1072, and UTK-MS-1231.
Sheet Music	Title: Sheet Music Collection, MS-2187 Abstract: This sheet music collection contains approximately 108 pieces which spans the years 1899 to 1953. The bulk of the material is from both the 1910s and 1940s.
Sheet Music	Title: Sheet Music Collection, MS-3042 Abstract: This collection contains delicate sheet music for 41 pieces from the 1840s to the 1870s, which previously belonged to Anna A. Newton and William A. Peal. Some of the composers include Stephen C. Foster, Francis H. Brown, H. P. Danks, Harrison Millard, Charles Carroll Sawyer, and Gilles Jullien. There are also two versions of Henry Wordsworth Longfellow's poem Beware! set to music, one by James Ernest Perring in 1864, the other by Charles Moulton in 1865. Some of the songs are about love and courtship, temperance and alcoholism, and battles and nationalism.
Shelton, Joseph A.	Title: Joseph A. Shelton Papers, MS-3165 Abstract: This collection consists of four Cocke County documents dating between 1910 and 1935. They record J. A. Shelton's registration to vote, his exemption from the poll tax, and his wife Cleo's payment of property taxes.
Shepard Inn	Title: Shepard Inn Register, MS-605 Abstract: This collection houses five volumes documenting the guests of Dandridge's Shepard Inn between 1907 and 1928.
Sherman, B.F.	Title: B.F. Sherman Collection, MS-2159 Abstract: This collection consists of a receipt for corn and horses delivered to the 10th Michigan Cavalry in January of 1864 during the Knoxville Campaign.
Shields Family	Title: Shields Family Scrapbook, MS-2433 Abstract: This collection contains a scrapbook, containing newspaper clippings of Reconstruction Era Southern politics and poems or interesting facts, kept by the Shields family of Bean Station, TN.
Shields, Arthur Randolph	Title: A. Randolph Shields Collection, MS-2124 Abstract: This collection contains slide photography of the Great Smoky Mountains region and the Arizona desert, professional association membership information, professional research, writing and publications proofs, Shields family genealogical information, and personal correspondence. The collection is contained within seven archival storage boxes and a single archival tube. The original organizational patterns have been maintained wherever possible, including titles of folders and notebooks and the alphabetical categorization of the slides. The personal/general correspondence has been chronologically organized, as there was no observable organization upon assessment of the collection. Shields marked the majority of the slides, but these identifiers are not noted within this finding aid.
Shields, John K.	Title: Senator John K. Shields papers, MS-1708 Abstract: This set of papers includes numerous deeds and tax receipts of property owned by the Shields family throughout Tennessee. Also included are sets of business and personal correspondence for the Senator, his wife, and stepdaughter.
Shields, John Knight	Title: John K. Shields Speech, MS-262 Abstract: This collection consists of a transcript of a commencement address given by Senator John K. Shields in 1913 at Maryville College. Shields praises famous Appalachian settlers and the American constitution, warns of the growth of federal government, attacks immigration for threatening the American way of life, and denounces efforts at building Anglo-American friendship.
Shields, John Knight	Title: Senator John Knight Shields Letters, MS-3031 Abstract: Collection consists of approximately 150 letters written to John Knight Shields in 1913. The letters congratulate him on winning the election to the U.S. Senate. The letters are written by businessmen, politicians, lawyers, members of the judiciary, family, friends, and others with connections to Tennessee or Senator Shields.
Shiloh Baptist Church (Roane County, Tenn.)	Title: Shiloh Baptist Church (Roane County, Tenn.) Minutes, MS-534 Abstract: This collection consists of the minutes taken from Shiloh Baptist Church in Roane County, TN.
Ship's Passenger Log	Title: Ship's Passenger Log, MS-2293 Abstract: The Ship's Passenger Log, 1864, consists of a list of passengers on different voyages of one ship, instructions on keeping lists of passengers, and a ledger of passage dues. Passengers listed include William Cullen Bryant and William G. Parson Brownlow. There is also a photograph of an unknown man.
Shipman, Samuel A.	Title: Samuel A. Shipman Oral History, MS-2693 Abstract: This collection contains an 81-page interview, conducted by the Center for the Study of War and Society for the Vetran's Oral History Project, which covers the life of Samuel Shipman from his youth, to serving in Vietnam, to his thoughts on the TVA.
Showey, A.G.	Title: A.G. Showey Letter, MS-2910 Abstract: This letter, written by A.G. Showey of the 30th IN Vols., Company H, is addressed to his cousin and dated April 18th, 1862 from Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He describes his general well-being and inquires as to the health of his relations; furthermore, he requests a letter from his cousin, Clomeria Green.
Shrady, John	Title: John Shrady Letters, MS-1436 Abstract: This collection consists of 13 letters from John Shrady, a regimental surgeon in the U.S. Army stationed in Knoxville, Tenn., to his wife, Jeannie Lockhart.
Siler, Nancy	Title: Nancy Siler Collection, MS-2116 Abstract: This collection includes letters of appreciation from fans, correspondence with publishers, newspapers clippings and announcements, and papers related to Nancy Siler's two books, The Peculiar Miss Pickett and Miss Pickett's Secrets. The collection also contains works on the East Tennessee Baptist Hospital and a history of the First Baptist Church of Knoxville.
Siler, Thomas Terrill	Title: Tom Siler Collection, MS-1886 Abstract: Tom Siler was a long-time Tennessee sports journalist. He was sports editor of the Knoxville News-Sentinel.
Simpson, James Crawford	Title: James C. Simpson Letter, MS-1950 Abstract: In this letter, horse trader James C. Simpson describes the business trip he is on to his wife, Polly (1798-1856), and discusses the removal of the Cherokee Indians from Tennessee.
Sinclair, Warren Keith	Title: Warren K. Sinclair Radiology Papers, MS-3058 Abstract: This collection contains the publications of Dr. Warren K. Sinclair, radiologist and radiation biologist, from 1948 to 2005.
Sioussat, St. George Leakin	Title: St. George Leakin Sioussat Papers, MS-216 Abstract: St. George Leakin Sioussat was a historian, professor and Chief of the Manuscripts division of the Library of Congress. The collection contains copies of notes, correspondence, records, bibliography and other research papers collected largely in preparation of a biography of Andrew Johnson and other prominent Tennesseans.
Slaughter, Elizabeth Vanuxem Kennedy	Title: Elizabeth Vanuxem Kennedy Photograph Album, MS-3089 Abstract: This collection contains the photograph album of Elizabeth Vanuxem Kennedy. Only two photographs are dated, both from March 1894, but other photographs range from circa 1880 to circa 1920. Some photographs are of band members, possibly actors and actresses, and family portraits.
Slavery	Title: Unsigned Letter to My Dear Annie regarding the treatment of slaves, MS-2661 Abstract: Collection consists of part of an unsigned letter written to My dear Annie, dated July 4. The year not given, and the letter is incomplete, lacking one or more pages. Much of the letter deals with the writer defending the treatment of slaves by southerners. Also writes that her husband, a Presbyterian minister, and her had to move from Kentucky to Clarksville, TN, to avoid factionalism within the church.
Sleeper, Thomas C.	Title: Thomas Sleeper Letter, MS-2909 Abstract: This collection consists of one letter from Union soldier Thomas C. Sleeper to his sister Sadie Sleeper of Millport, New York. Thomas describes the climate of Nashville, Tennessee (where he is stationed for training) and a visit to Louisville, Kentucky on a short leave.
Sloan, Hermon C.	Title: Hermon C. Sloan Papers, MS-2592 Abstract: This collection contains three patriotic poems by Hermon C. Sloan, a World War II veteran, and a biographical statement.
Smith, J.J.G.	Title: J. J. G. Smith Letter, MS-2385 Abstract: J.J.G. Smith's letter to his brother (January 2, 1838) discusses his upcoming travels as a river boat captain. He also considers the benefits of taking a job on shore or continuing to work on the river.
Smith, Mary Francis (Fannie)	Title: Mary Francis (Fannie) Smith Family Papers, MS-3029 Abstract: The collection contains thirty Civil War letters written to and from Binghamton, New York and a variety of places in Tennessee. Some of the letters are written on paper provided by the U.S. Christian Commission. Most of the letters still have their original envelopes, some with postmarks and stamps still affixed. The letters from Binghamton are written by Eliza Smith and D.D. Cooley, a friend of the family. The letters from Tennessee are written by William and Alfred Smith. There are also several Civil War era photographs in the collection. The collection was compiled and retained by Mary Francis (Fannie) Smith, the wife William and Eliza's youngest son Henry.
Smith, Murphy DeWitt, 1920-	Title: Murphy DeWitt Smith Travel Journals and Slides, MS-2705 Abstract: This collection consists of travel journals and slides that Murphy Smith and various travel companions created to document their travels around the world.
Smith, Murphy DeWitt, 1920-.	Title: Murphy DeWitt and Robert Neill Smith Papers, MS-2690 Abstract: This collection contains correspondence, photographs, clippings, short stories, and other materials documenting the lives of brothers Murphy DeWitt and Robert Neill Smith.
Smith, Smart, Miller, and Wyatt Families	Title: Smith Family Papers, MS-2918 Abstract: This collection houses correspondence, photographs, certificates, medals, genealogical information, newspaper clippings, calling cards, bridal shower favors, published works, clothing, and other materials documenting the lives of the Smart, Smith, Miller, and Wyatt families of Indiana and Tennessee.
Smith, Watson B.	Title: Watson B. Smith Letters, MS-3104 Abstract: This collection houses five letters written by Watson B. Smith in the field in Tennessee in November and December 1863 to his father and a general order congratulating another commander. The letters discuss his promotions and battles against the Confederates near Knoxville and offer his regards to his family.
Smith, Watson B.	Title: Watson B. Smith Letters, MS-3183 Abstract: These letters, written in 1863, constitute Watson B. Smith's personal account of his service in the Civil War. All three letters are written to his father.
Smoky Mountain Railroad	Title: Smoky Mountain Railroad Collection, MS-424 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.
Smoky Mountains Hiking Club	Title: Smoky Mountains Hiking Club Collection, MS-423 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.
Soldier's Prayer Book	Title: Soldier's Prayer Book, MS-3052 Abstract: This collection contains the Soldier's Prayer Book, published in Philadelphia 1861, of William F. Hill. There are also two business cards, one belong to Hill of Apponaug, Rhode Island, and the other to Lt. Gideon Spencer of the First Regiment, Rhode Island Light Artillery.
Solomonson, S. P.	Title: S. P. Solomonson Photograph, MS-3118 Abstract: This collection houses a photograph taken by S. P. Solomonson in Fayetteville, Tennessee on May 1, 1908. The photograph, which depicts a crowd in what may be a campaign rally, documents the Democratic gubernatorial primary between Malcolm Rice Patterson and Edward Ward Carmack.
Soule Female College	Title: Soule College for Young Ladies List of Graduates, MS-138 Abstract: This collection consists of a list of graduates of Soule Female College in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Graduates from the classes of 1853-1855 are listed.
Southeastern College Art Conference	Title: Southeastern College Art Conference Records, MS-3016 Abstract: This collection houses SECAC administrative papers dating from 1942 to 1999. A large portion of the collection is comprised of meeting minutes that document decisions made by the board and various committees. The collection also includes correspondence related to SECAC business, institutional and individual membership records, financial records, a few newsletters, materials relating to The SECAC Review, and annual conference papers.
Southern Excursions	Title: Southern Excursions Collection, MS-2278 Abstract: This collection contains a series of proofs of Southern Excursions (1997), as well as correspondence regarding the publishing/printing process.
Southern Railway Company	Title: Southern Railway Conductor Books, MS-2996 Abstract: This collection contains conductor books from the Southern Railway Company dating from 1909 to 1916.
Southey, Robert	Title: Robert Southey Papers, MS-1131 Abstract: This collection houses eight folders of letters to and from British author Robert Southey.
Spanish-American War	Title: Spanish-American War Photographs, MS-2171 Abstract: These photographs include a review of troops, Sandwich Parade and Camp of 31st Michigan Volunteers in September 1898.
Spanish-American War	Title: Spanish-American War Images, MS-2391 Abstract: This collection features six stereoviews taken between 1898 and 1900, as well as one undated photograph. The stereoviews are of President McKinley and his cabinet, and of the Spanish-American War. The photograph is of a Tennessee soldier named Fred Nickles.
Sparks, Betty J.	Title: Betty J. Sparks Oral History, MS-2629 Abstract: The Betty J. Sparks Oral History, 2001, is a typescript from an oral history interview with Betty J. Sparks by Dr. Kurt Piehler and Lindsey Waller of the University of Tennessee for the Veteran's Oral History Project conducted by the Center for the Study of War and Society.
Sparks, Lemuel Columbus	Title: Lemuel Sparks Oral History, MS-3170 Abstract: This collection houses a transcription of an interview conducted by Kurt Piehler and Viviana Chapa with Lemuel Sparks on 2001 March 13. Sparks begins this interview by discussing his life in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina from his birth in 1917 until the time of the interview, including descriptions of such topics as school, religion, and war. Sparks also describes serving as a Navy Chaplin aboard the USS Sangamon and the USS Fall River in the Pacific during World War II and his later involvement with the Lutheran Church.
Sparrow, Arnold Hicks	Title: Arnold Hicks Sparrow Collection, MS-982 Abstract: This collection houses 117 research data books supplemented with correspondence files, scientific reprints, laboratory notes, and an extensive group of well executed glossy print photographs documenting Arnold Hicks Sparrow's work in radiation botany.
Sperry, Mattie B.	Title: Mattie B. Sperry Collection, MS-1326 Abstract: This collection contains correspondence between George and Mattie Price, George Price's passport, a certificate -- signed by Tennessee Governor Robert Taylor -- desiginating him as delegate to represent Tennessee at the World Exposition in Paris, France. Other materials include a food ration book, menus, photographs, and a stamp collection.
Spivey, Herman E.	Title: Herman E. Spivey Papers, MS-1332 Abstract: Collection contains speeches, newspaper clippings, correspondence, and notes of Herman E. Spivey, educational adminstrator and English professor.
Spring, Julia Frances Hammond	Title: Julia Francis Hammond Spring Diary,, MS-1316 Abstract: This diary was kept by Julia Frances Hammond Spring -- wife of B.F. Spring of Pikeville, Tennessee. The album covers a period from 1852-1878. Much in the diary is of a religious nature, regarding the Methodist Church, mentions of preachers, and sermons. Also in the collection is another handwritten book that appears to be her daughter's first school exercise book.
Stacy, E. Waldo, d. 1864	Title: E. Waldo Stacy Letter, MS-2743 Abstract: This collection contains a letter, dated March 9, 1864 from camp at Mossy Creek, TN, from E. Waldo Stacy of the 36th Massachusetts Infantry. The letter details the events of February 23-March 9, 1864. Stacy and his regiment advanced to Strawberry Plains before withdrawing to Mossy Creek (now Jefferson City). He describes an encounter with a drunken rebel lieutenant.
Stael, A.	Title: A Stael Letter, MS-2798 Abstract: This collection consists of a letter written by A. Stael, dated January 26, 1826. The letter was written in French.
Stael, A.	Title: A. Stael Letter, MS-2843 Abstract: This collection consists of a letter from A. Stael, dated December 29, 1819. The letter was written in French.
Stafford, James Merrill	Title: James Merrill Stafford Index of Subjects, MS-2329 Abstract: Given to James Merrill Stafford by Andrew H. Edgar in 1850, this book contains Stafford's notes on geology in general and observations on locations in Tennessee.
State of North Carolina	Title: North Carolina Indenture, MS-1156 Abstract: In this document, Waightstile (usually spelled Waightstill) Avery, John Blair McMahon, and John Thomas of North Carolina indebt themselves jointly to George Barkley for the sum of 44 pounds. Additionally, Avery alone indebts himself to Barkley for 22 pounds.
State of Tennessee	Title: Philip Denham School-keeping Contract, MS-2373 Abstract: This document is a contract between the State of Tennessee and Philip Denham to teach school in Washington and Carter Counties in 1802. It covers Denham's duties as School Master, his rate of pay, and the back of the document has a list of students and their time spent at the school, located at Joseph Denton Lane.
Staub, Peter	Title: Peter Staub Letter, MS-979 Abstract: This collection houses a letter written by Peter Staub, then the mayor of Knoxville, to the Trustees of East Tennessee University in reference to Knoxville's inability to collect outstanding taxes.
Steele, Charles	Title: Charles Steele Documents, MS-2958 Abstract: This collection consists of five letters written by Charles Steele, a soldier in Company D of the 53rd Regiment of Indiana Volunteers, between April 1, 1862 and August 10, 1863 in Savannah (Tennessee), Memphis (Tennessee), and Vicksburg (Mississippi) to his mother and sister. Also included in this collection is a letter to Steele's sister from her niece, Maggie, expressing concern for Charles Steele, as well as a color photocopy of Steele's Compiled Military Service Record (CMSR).
Steinhaus, Arthur H.	Title: Arthur H. Steinhaus Papers, MS-914 Abstract: Arthur H. Steinhaus was an expert on the physiology of physical fitness and sport. The collection contains correspondence and material related to his research and his personal papers.
Steinhaus, Arthur H.	Title: Arthur H. Steinhaus Papers, MS-1127 Abstract: This collection continues the material regarding Steinhaus' research on relaxation housed in Box 7 of UTK-MS-0914: Arthur H. Steinhaus Papers, 1900-1973 (Bulk 1914-1969).
Stephens, Andrew J.	Title: Andrew. J. Stephens Letter, MS-2781 Abstract: This collection consists of a single letter written by Stephens to Miss M.J. Brakebill of Knoxville, Tenn., on July 29, 1864. Postmarked from Loudon, Tenn. and written from Cumberland Gap, Tenn., the letter discusses the effect of the Civil War on Stephens. He mentions that he believesthat E. Tenn. will be releaved [sic] in a short time.
Stephenson, Charles L.	Title: Charles L. Stephenson Letter, MS-2249 Abstract: In a July 23, 1868 letter to George S. Stephenson, Charles L. Stephenson of Galena, IL, writes of news from home as well as his feelings about President Andrew Johnson, who he calls a bad man.
Stewart, Joseph	Title: Joseph and Martha Stewart Letters, MS-3046 Abstract: This collection contains two letters on one sheet of paper. The first, from Martha Stewart of to her husband Joseph (dated November 30, 1864) details the daily happenings in Franklin Square, Ohio. The second, from hospitalized Joseph in Murfreesboro, TN, to his wife and children (dated December 24-25, 1864) discusses the Battle of Nashville.
Stifel & Pfeiffer Brewery	Title: Stifel & Pfeiffer Brewery Letter, MS-2462 Abstract: The collection contains a single letter, written to Johan (?) Graf from the Stifel & Pfeiffer Brewery in Nashville, Tennessee (January 15, 1873). The letter appears on the brewery's letterhead and is written entirely in German. The contents concern a (potential?) business deal and the price of selling beer to and in Knoxville.
Stillman, Charles	Title: Charles and Elizabeth P. Stillman Letters (transcripts), MS-2508 Abstract: This collection contains two bound volumes of transcriptions of letters between Charles and Elizabeth P. Stillman from 1849 to 1865. The volumes were compiled in 1936 and 1937. There is also a folder of six loose items, taken from the volumes, including photographs, articles from the 1940s, and a letter from 1959.
Stirton, John	Title: John Stirton Letter, MS-2455 Abstract: This collection consists of one letter from John Stirton to Mr. [Mardine-Graham] on June 18, 1918. It concerns his recent book and family relations.
Stokes, William H.	Title: William H. Stokes Bill of Sale for a Slave Family, MS-2396 Abstract: In this bill of sale, dated August, 1850, William H. Stokes transfers his ownership of a family of five slaves to L. Cook and R.B. Hanley of the firm of Cook & Hanley in Shelby County, TN. The family consists of Charles, aged 26 or 27 years, Anna his wife, aged 20 years, and their three children, Nelly about 4 years old, Betty about 3 years old, and a female infant.
Stone, Martha	Title: Martha Stone's Gems from Flora: An Illustrated Storybook, MS-2753 Abstract: Collection contains Martha Stone's book Gems from Flora: An Illustrated Storybook, published in 1850. Most of the poems and stories contained in the book are about flowers.
Stone, Stephen and John Stone	Title: Stephen and John Stone Papers, MS-20 Abstract: This collection contains correspondence, receipts, newspaper clippings, account books, daybooks, diaries, pamphlets, and photographs documenting Stephen and John Stone's activities in Arizona Territory between 1873 and 1909.
Stout, Samuel Hollingsworth	Title: Samuel Hollingsworth Stout Collection, MS-2127 Abstract: The Stout collection contains a several documents relating to Samuel Hollingsworth Stout, who served as a Confederate surgeon during the American Civil War.
Strawberry Plains (Tenn.)	Title: Strawberry Plains Bridge (Tenn.) Stereoview, MS-2283 Abstract: This undated stereoview photograph pictures the Strawberry Plains Bridge during the Civil War. Also seen are the ruins of a nearby house and a soldier standing guard.
Strawbridge, James	Title: James Strawbridge Letter,, MS-2894 Abstract: This letter, written by James Strawbridge from a floating hospital in Nashville, Tenn., on June 10, 1863, discusses a dispatch from Jefferson Davis that was captured by General Blair's division and a battle between the Rebels and a black regiment.
Strevel, Gordon	Title: Gordon Strevel Collection, MS-2591 Abstract: This collection consists of two copies of the Sawbuck Gazette, dated January 24 and July 15, 1995. The Sawbuck Gazette is quarterly publication for the 555, 563, 564, 566, 573 Signal AW Battalions. Also included is a registry of enlisted men's names and their addresses throughout the United States.
Stringer, Ezra T.	Title: Ezra T. Stringer Correspondence, MS-2780 Abstract: This collection consists of two letters regarding activities of Stringer's regiment, the 15th Ohio Infantry (Company A). In the first letter, written to a friend Ella, he discusses the Battle of Murfreesboro and the capture of General Willich. The second letter is addressed to the Regimental Quartermasters and includes instruction for a move to Nashville.
Stringfield, Lamar	Title: Lamar Stringfield Sheet Music Collection, MS-2198 Abstract: The Lamar Stringfield Sheet Music Collection contains many handwritten and printed copies of songs written by Stringfield. Most are from his musical Carolina Charcoal.
Strong, Benjamin Rush	Title: Benjamin R. Strong Diaries, MS-952 Abstract: The B.R. Strong collection consists of correspondence, diaries, contracts, ease agreements, bills of sale, court proceedings, advertisements, deeds, discharged notes, bills, receipts, releases, financial statements, income tax receipts and returns, mortgages, bonds, assignments, notes payable, property holdings, title abstracts, wills, an executor's report, an architect's certificate as well as a genealogical chart.
Strong, Benjamin Rush (Estate)	Title: Benjamin Rush Strong Estate Ledger, MS-2431 Abstract: This collection contains a single ledger, listing the holdings of the estate of Benjamin Rush Strong. Divided into sections with different headings, entries are dated from 1916-1917.
Stuart County (Tenn.)	Title: Stuart County (Tenn.) Letter, MS-2775 Abstract: Letter written during reconstruction by Stuart County, TN resident in 1867. The letter inquires about the whereabouts Charly and Ada, two individuals the writer has failed to locate. The letter appears to be written by a family member, as the writer re-counts who has been married, jailed, and other local happenings.
Stuart, James M.	Title: James M. Stuart Letter, MS-2905 Abstract: In a letter to his father dated February 7th, Corporal James M. Stuart of the Union Army writes to his father back home. He consoles his father and makes report of his brother's condition. He speaks mainly of boring camp life, but mentions large numbers of confederate soldiers deserting to his commanding officer.
Stuart, Thomas	Title: Thomas Stuart Letter, MS-3140 Abstract: This collection houses a three-page letter from Thomas Stuart, Attorney of the U.S. for West Tennessee, to George Simpson, Cashier of the United States Bank in Philadelphia, documenting counterfeiting rings and specifically the incarceration of a counterfeiter named Thomas Moore in Nashville, Tennessee. In this document, Stuart passes on a copy of a letter he has received from Jas. Doyle and D. Dicky of North Carolina warning that some of Moore's associates may be planning to break him out of jail and recommends that strict security be enforced and Governor John Page of Virginia be warned.
Styer, William	Title: William Styer Letter, MS-3107 Abstract: This collection houses a letter from William Styer to his wife Susanah dated April 2, 1863 and sent from Fort Pickering, Tennessee. Styer sends his greetings to his family, discusses a smallpox outbreak in camp, relates news of Union victories, and sees hope that the war will end soon due to poor Confederate morale.
Summers, Edward	Title: Edward Summers Letter, MS-2714 Abstract: This collection consists of a letter from Union Sgt. Edward Summers, Co. K. Kentucky Calvary Regiment, to his cousin Arthur Johnson on November 2, 1863. Summers gives a detailed account of his unit's movements following his enlistment on October 21, 1861 at Louisville, KY, including involvement in the Battle of Chickamauga.
Swan, Hannah Wells Crozier	Title: Hannah W. Swan Grant of Pardon and Amnesty, MS-56 Abstract: In this document, President Andrew Johnson pardons Hannah W. Swan of Knox County for her rebellion against the United States of America on the conditions that she take the oath given in the May 29, 1865 Proclamation of the President, never owns slaves nor uses slave labor, pays all costs from any previous legal proceedings, doesn't attempt to recover any property seized by the government during the Civil War, and notifies the Secretary of State in writing that she has received and accepted the pardon.
Swanson, John Lee	Title: John Lee Swanson World War II Collection, MS-2580 Abstract: This collection consists of three items demonstrating the impact of World War II on Middle Tennessee.
Swartz, Euguene	Title: Eugene Swartz World War II Memoir, MS-2550 Abstract: Eugene Swartz's memoir covers his childhood in Luxembourg through his work in Military Intelligence for the United States during World War II, and his post-war service in the CIA and DIA.
Swiss Colonies	Title: Swiss Colonies in Tennessee and Kentucky Collection, MS-17 Abstract: This collection contains research, transcriptions of interviews, correspondence, licenses, land grants, wills, deeds, blueprints, and maps documenting Swiss settlement in Tennessee and Kentucky during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Synanon Foundation	Title: Mitchell-Synanon Litigation Papers, MS-1711 Abstract: This collection houses litigation documents and legal correspondence documenting a series of lawsuits that arose from an article entitled The Little Paper That Dared (published in Reader's Digest in 1981) concerning the practices of the Synanon Foundation.

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