Finding Aid for the Mary A. Atkins Autograph Book, 1861-1872


MS-2352

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN


Encoded by: Elizabeth Dunham, July 6, 2006.

Summary Information
Title: Mary A. Atkins Autograph Book

Date/Date Range :   1861-1872

Extent: 0.1 linear feet

Abstract:
The collection contains an autograph book belonging to Mary A. Atkins. Dated entries range from 1861-1872.

Call number: MS-2352

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

Access and Use
Aquisition Information:
The Special Collections Library purchased this collection in April of 2002.
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], Mary A. Atkins Autograph Book, MS-2352. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

Collection consists of a single folder.


Biography / History

No biographical information is available.


Collection Scope and Content Note

The collection contains an autograph book belonging to Mary A. Atkins. Dated entries range from 1861-1872. Some entries are as simple as a signature, or a line or two. Others are whole poems or inspirational words.

The signature of Samuel E. Barbee, originally a captain in the Confederate Army (Fifth Tennessee Infantry), may be of interest. He signed the book in July of 1863, having risen, by then, to the rank of Major.

The album was made with some engravings by various artists.

Subject Terms

  • United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865.
  • United States -- Social life and customs -- 1783-1865.
  • United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918.
Contents List
Folder   1     Item   1    
Autograph book of Mary A. Atkins, 1861-1872

Scope Note:

Entries are anything from a signature to short poems.