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 223 Collections and/or Records:
Chase Collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 014
Abstract
Business records of Chase and Company and affiliates, as well as the personal correspondence of members of the Chase Family and family genealogical records.
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1884-1984; 1871-1984
Gleason Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 042
Abstract
Papers of the Gleason Family, who played a significant role in the development of Florida's agricultural, commercial, and residential lands in the post-Civil War period. The collection consists primarily of the papers of William H. H. Gleason, the records of Gleason Brothers, and the papers of William Henry Gleason, George G. Gleason, and W. Lansing Gleason.
Dates:
1861-1946; Majority of material found within 1885-1946
Ormond Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: Ms 078
Abstract
The collection includes correspondence, business letters, account books, and a memoir manuscript created by members of the Ormond family of Florida.
Dates:
1784-1909; Majority of material found within 1834-1892