07. P.K. Yonge Library of Florida History

Classification

Identifier: 07

Florida History major manuscript collections include the papers of many prominent political and social leaders, as well as the papers of civic, trade and social organizations. Many of the manuscript groups contain business records as well as photographic materials that document the state's agricultural, environmental, military, and social history (the citrus, cattle, and naval stores industries; Seminole Wars; ethnic relations; immigration; etc.). Please note that a separate list exists for the Florida History Miscellaneous Manuscripts collection.

Found in 233 Collections and/or Records:

Edward W. Lawson Collection

Collection

Identifier: Ms 061

Abstract

Lawson was a prominent amateur historian in the St. Augustine Historical Society. The collection contains his research, correspondence, unofficial society meeting minutes, and assorted legal documents.

Dates: 1566-1960; Majority of material found within 1929-1960

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Scott M. Loftin Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 063

Abstract

Speeches and clippings that document Scott M. Loftin's tenure as President of the American Bar Association and U.S. Senator; also includes biographical and other materials.

Dates: 1902-1966; Majority of material found within 1934-1936

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Donald Ray (Billy) Matthews Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 068

Abstract

The papers of Billy Matthews (Democrat - Florida) documenting his service in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Dates: 1952-1967

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

George A. Smathers Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 091

Abstract

The papers of George A. Smathers (Democrat - Florida) documenting his service in the U.S. Senate.

Dates: 1934-1994

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Virgil Miller (Red) Newton Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 074

Abstract

Papers and scrapbooks relating to Newton's career as managing editor of the Tampa Tribune (1943-1964).

Dates: 1950-1965

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

James Thomas O'Neill Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 077

Abstract

Account papers, correspondence, and legal documents pertaining to the legal and business practices of James T. O'Neill. Collection offers descriptions of plantation management, legal suits, and estate management.

Dates: 1812-1887

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

John M. Goggin Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 044

Abstract

John M. Goggin was a renowned archaeologist and anthropologist who worked in the American Southwest and Southeast, the Caribbean, and Mexico. The collection includes his field notebooks, his publications and research files, photographs, and newspaper clippings.

Dates: 1912-1975; Majority of material found within 1930-1963

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

James Edmundson Ingraham Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 056

Abstract

Correspondence, miscellaneous materials, and photographs of businessman, entrepreneur, and railroad company executive along with his family.

Dates: 1854 - 1982

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Business Papers of William Moore Angas and Robert Moore Angas

Collection

Identifier: MS 121

Abstract Business records and correspondence, primarily created and maintained by William Moore Angas, of several British-owned companies operating in Florida and of Florida companies. The primary companies represented by William Angas include the Land Mortgage Bank of Florida, the Florida Syndicate (succeeded by the Keighley Company), the Indian River Association, the Florida Finance Company and the Hollybrook Company. William's son, Robert Moore Angas, was a Jacksonville civil engineer who...

Dates: 1889-1953

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Sidney Walter Martin Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 123b

Abstract

Notes and manuscripts of historical works pertaining to Florida, created by historian Sidney W. Martin.

Dates: 1935-1986

Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida