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 234 Collections and/or Records:

R.T. King Photograph Collection

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0371

Abstract

Slides of Seminole photos taken by R.T. King, and also collected by him from various sources, as a part of his dissertation research. A significant portion of the slides were produced by William D. Boehmer while he worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Dates: 1939-1965; Majority of material found within 1950-1960

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

Records of the Alachua County Democratic Executive Committee

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0520

Abstract

Annual reports, meeting agendas and minutes, announcement and newsletters, newspaper articles and clippings, and other records belonging to the Alachua County Democratic Executive Committee (ACDEC).

Dates: 1963 - 2021

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

Arthur L. Funk Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS Group 271

Abstract

Small collection of papers from the files of former University of Florida history professor Arthur Funk. Features World War II artwork by Funk, AV from oral history interviews and copies of published articles written by Funk.

Dates: 1927-2009

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

Helen King Hastings Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0373

Abstract

Correspondence and publication manuscripts of Helen King Hastings, central Florida rancher and author of A Little Widow is a Dangerous Thing.

Dates: 1947-1959

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