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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:

A. Quinn Jones Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 245
Abstract

The collection documents the life and career of African American educator, A. Quinn Jones, his wife Frederica Jones, and the African American community in Gainesville, Florida, concentrating on Lincoln High School and the Greater Bethel AME Church.

Dates: 1901-2007

James Patton Anderson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 247
Abstract

J. Patton Anderson's personal papers, including Civil War battle reports and military and personal correspondence. Also, correspondence to his wife, Etta Adair Anderson, after his death in 1872.

Dates: 1836-1976; Majority of material found within 1847-1909

Charles H. Jones Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 248
Abstract

Papers relating to Charles H. Jones's role in drafting the 1892 and 1896 Democratic Party platforms, his career in journalism, as well as his correspondence to family and friends.

Dates: 1876-1913

Claude L'Engle Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 249
Abstract

The L'Engle Papers contain materials relating to L'Engle's career as a newspaper editor and politician in Florida.

Dates: 1910-1919

John A. Kirkpatrick Collection Relating to Florida Nurseries

 Collection
Identifier: MS 250
Abstract

Original letters primarily from Arcadia, Pomona, Interlachen and Glen St. Mary's Nurseries to John Kirkpatrick.

Dates: 1894-1903

Caleb Jewett King, Sr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 251
Abstract

Letters to Caleb King as an editorial writer at the Florida Times-Union (arranged in a scrapbook), and other correspondence.

Dates: 1823-1965; Majority of material found within 1950-1965

Charles M. Duren Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MS 254
Abstract

Eighteen letters from Charles M. Duren to his parents from Florida during the Civil War; includes a special order and transcripts.

Dates: 1864

John M. DeGrove Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 275
Abstract

Publications, correspondence, research materials, reports and other papers of John M. DeGrove, an educator and prominent authority in growth management, politics, planning, public administration, natural resources, and land management.

Dates: 1937-2007; Majority of material found within 1990-2007

Achille Murat Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MS 276
Abstract

Correspondence between Achille Murat and Comte Thibaudeau on various topics, including Murat's life in Florida, his views on American government, and observations of American life.

Dates: 1822-1841

Harry D. Lohman Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 290
Abstract

Materials relating to transactions of First National Bank of Fernandina (Florida) amassed by Harry D. Lohman.

Dates: 1899-1925