Finding Aid for the Emory Family Papers, 1868-1904


MS-2351

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN


Encoded by: Elizabeth Dunham, July 5, 2006.

Summary Information
Title: Emory Family Papers

Date/Date Range :   1868-1904

Extent: 0.2 linear feet

Abstract:
This collection of Emory family papers contains a pocket diary from 1868, an autograph book, and a letter to Mrs. A. M. Emory in 1904.

Call number: MS-2351

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

Access and Use
Aquisition Information:
This collection was donated to the Special Collections Library.
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], Emory Family Papers, MS-2351. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of two folders.


Biography / History

No biographical information available.


Collection Scope and Content Note

This collection of Emory family papers contains a pocket diary from 1868, an autograph book and a letter to Mrs. A. M. Emory in 904. The diary belonged to the Reverend Isaac Emory. The autograph book has no dates, but an opening poem is signed by Myron Emory. The letter was sent by Mrs. Emory's daughter, who was then in Cuba.

Subject Terms

  • Emory family.
  • Cuba -- Description and travel.
  • Tennessee, East -- History.
Contents List
Folder   1     Item   1    
Pocket Diary belonging to Reverend Isaac Emory, 1868

Scope Note:

Almost daily entries record meetings, accomplished tasks and weather. Sunday's entries usually include a remark about topics preached that day. Also includes account records for the year and various memoranda.

Folder   1     Item   2    
Autograph book belonging to Myron Emory containing a few signatures, undated

Folder   2     Item   3    
Letter to Mrs. A. M. Emory from Ella, Manzanillo, Cuba, 1904 December 25

Scope Note:

The letter comments on gifts sent home and the future visit of Mrs. Emory to Cuba.