Dr. Stanley J. Folmsbee Papers

Finding Aid for the Dr. Stanley J. Folmsbee Papers, 1796-1961 (bulk 1950-1961)

MS-1627

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Encoded by: Will Dewey, August 24, 2006

Summary Information

Title: Dr. Stanley J. Folmsbee Papers

Date/Date Range : 1796-1961 (bulk 1950-1961)

Extent: 7.5 linear feet

Abstract:
Among the highlights of this collection are clippings from various Tennessee newspapers of historical articles by Dr. Folmsbee including those celebrating the 150th anniversary of the state. Also included are manuscripts from several books including Tennessee: A Short History and History of Tennessee among others. Finally, there are papers from the Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution and a set of reprints of Civil War Newspapers.

Call number: MS-1627

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Access and Use

Aquisition Information:
Collection is property of Special Collections
Access Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Copyright:
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Preferred Citation:
[Identification of Item], Dr. Stanley J. Folmsbee Papers, MS-1627. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of four boxes

Biography / History

Dr. Stanley J. Folmsbee was a Professor of History at the University of Tennessee for forty-two years. A native of New York, Folmsbee earned his Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1928 and thus embarked on a long and distinguished career of research and teaching of Tennessee History. Professor Folmsbee's many historical achievements include books on the history of the University of Tennessee and many on the history of the state of Tennessee. Also, Dr. Folmsbee is known for his annotated edition of Davy Crockett's autobiography, and Publications of the East Tennessee Historical Society.

Collection Scope and Content Note

Among the highlights of this collection are clippings from various Tennessee newspapers of historical articles by Dr. Folmsbee including those celebrating the 150th anniversary of the state. Also included are manuscripts from several books including Tennessee: A Short History and History of Tennessee among others. Finally, there are papers from the Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution and a set of reprints of Civil War Newspapers.

Subject Terms

Folmsbee, Stanley J.

Contents List

Box 1	Folder 1	General Correspondence (1959-1961)
Box 1	Folder 2	University of Tennessee News Bureau Articles on the 150th Anniversary of State of Tennessee
Box 1	Folder 3	University of Tennessee News Bureau Articles on 100th Anniversary of Civil War
Box 1	Folder 4	Clippings from Tennessee Newspapers: "Historical Highlights of Tennessee" by Dr. Folmsbee. (1946)
Box 1	Folder 5	Clippings from Tennessee Newspapers: "Episodes in Tennessee History" by Dr. Folmsbee (1941-1945)
Box 1	Folder 6	Clippings and Book Reviews of Sectionalism and Internal Improvements in Tennessee (1796-1845)
Box 1	Folder 7	Clippings from Knoxville, Tn. newspapers concerning local events (1969-1973)
Box 1	Folder 8	Collier Year Book: Correspondence (1960-1967)
Box 1	Folder 9	Collier Year Book: Data, Reports used in Articles
Box 1	Folder 10	Collier Year Book: Manuscripts of Articles
Box 1	Folder 11	Collier Year Book: Payment Schedules; Receipts
Box 1	Folder 12	Encyclopedia Americana: Articles on Tennessee
Box 1	Folder 13	Encyclopedia Americana: Correspondence (1947-1966)
Box 1	Folder 14	Encyclopedia Americana: Manuscripts of Articles on Tennessee
Box 1	Folder 15	Encyclopedia Americana: Notes, Clippings, Receipts (1947-1961)
Box 2	Folder 1	Course Exams: History 221
Box 2	Folder 2	Course Exams: History 222
Box 2	Folder 3	Course Exams: History 223
Box 2	Folder 4	Course Exams: History 3330
Box 2	Folder 5	Course Exams: History 431
Box 2	Folder 6	Course Exams: History 432
Box 2	Folder 7	Course Exams: History 433
Box 2	Folder 8	Student Exams: History 221
Box 2	Folder 9	Student Exams: History 2210
Box 2	Folder 10	Student Exams: History 331/3310
Box 2	Folder 11	Student Exams: History 332/3320
Box 2	Folder 12	Student Exams: History 5260
Box 2	Folder 13	Student Exams: History 5260 (Part II)
Box 2	Folder 14	Blank Examination Booklets
Box 3	Folder 1	Course Instructions: History 2210
Box 3	Folder 2	Course Instructions: History 3310
Box 3	Folder 3	Course Insturctions: History 3330
Box 3	Folder 4	Course Instructions: History 5260
Box 3	Folder 5	Manuscript: History of Tennessee (Chapters 1-4)
Box 3	Folder 6	Manuscript: History of Tennessee (Chapters 5-9)
Box 3	Folder 7	Manuscript: History of Tennessee (Chapters 10-14)
Box 3	Folder 8	Manuscript: History of Tennessee (Chapters 20-30, 37)
Box 3	Folder 9	Manuscript: Tennessee:A Short History. (Folmsbee, Stanley J.; Cerlew, Robert E; and Mitchell, Enoch L.)
Box 3	Folder 10	Civil War Newspapers: The New York Times (1861 April 12)
Box 3	Folder 11	Civil War Newspapers: New York Herald (1861 February 11; April 14, 20)
Box 3	Folder 12	Civil War Newspapers: New York Tribune (1861 April 15; July 22)
Box 3	Folder 13	Civil War Newspapers: Charleston Daily Courier (1864 June 2; Sept. 26)
Box 3	Folder 14	Civil War Newspapers: The Charleston Mercury (1863 June 17)
Box 3	Folder 15	Civil War Newspapers: Daily Richmond Examiner (1862 May 10; June 3)
Box 3	Folder 16	Civil War Newspapers: Richmond Daily Dispatch (1863 October 20)
Box 3	Folder 17	Photocopy of Republican Banner (1873 April 1)
Box 3	Folder 18	Essay on John Sevier
Box 4	Folder 1	Harlow Publishing Corporation: Correspondence (1952-1956)
Box 4	Folder 2	Lewis Historical Publishing Company: Correspondence (1956-1959)
Box 4	Folder 3	Lewis Historical Publishing Company: Correspondence (1960-1962)
Box 4	Folder 4	Lewis Historical Publishing Company: Agreements, Notes, etc.
Box 4	Folder 5	Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution: Clippings
Box 4	Folder 6	Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution: Consitution/By-Laws
Box 4	Folder 7	Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution: Correspondence
Box 4	Folder 8	Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution: Minutes, Documents, Notes, etc.
Box 4	Folder 9	Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution: Newsletters (1960-61)
Box 4	Folder 10	Tennessee Society, Sons of the Revolution: Programs, Bulletins, etc.
Box 4	Folder 11	Notes on William Blount mansion by Melissa Dillon
Box 4	Folder 12	Certificate of Appointment to Fort Loudon Board of Trustess (1967)
Box 4	Folder 13	Misc. Information on Maps by Dr. Folmsbee
Box 4	Folder 14	Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Calendar (1964)