07. P.K. Yonge Library of Florida History

Classification

Identifier: 07

Staff Only

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 221 Collections and/or Records:

Duvall Family Letters

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0568

Abstract

Letters from Alma and Ralph Duvall in St. Augustine, Florida to their daughter Glorian at the Lasell Seminary School in Newton, Massachusetts during the 1927 winter season. The correspondence provides a detailed account of the Duvall's Florida adventures along with ample advice and direction to their boarding school daughter.

Dates: 1927 January 15-April 8

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

E. A. Cosby Collection

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0378

Abstract The E. A. Cosby Collection dates from 1936 to 2010 and contains the papers of Dr. Edgar Allen Cosby, a dentist, University of Florida Professor, amateur photographer, and prominent member of Gainesville’s African American Community. The collection includes materials documenting his professional life as a dentist, his activities in the Gainesville community, personal and family life, involvement with the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, and numerous photographs (including prints, negatives,...

Dates: 1936 - 2010

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

E. Ashby Hammond Papers Regarding the Medical Profession in 19th Century Florida

Collection

Identifier: MS 298

Abstract

Biographical summaries created by E. Ashby Hammond in preparing his book, The Medical Profession in 19th Century Florida: A Biographical Register.

Dates: Not dated

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

Earl W. Edwards Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0429

Abstract

A printed transcript of Colonel Earl W. Edwards' participation in World War II with the 22nd Infantry Regiment.

Dates: 1935 - 1955

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

Education in Florida Subject Files

Collection

Identifier: MS 149

Abstract

Subject files created by Howard Jay Friedman during his service with the Florida Department of Education, primarily news clippings pertaining to public education in Florida.

Dates: 1947-1978

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

Edward T. Keenan Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 059

Abstract

Notes of Seminole War fort locations; photocopied originals of scouting reports, diaries, correspondence from the National Archives and typed transcriptions; photos of Seminoles. Compiled by Edward T. Keenan and Thomas Brown.

Dates: 1835-1960

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

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

Edythe Stuart Floyd Collection

Collection

Identifier: MS 326

Abstract

Papers and personal correspondence between Edythe Stuart Floyd and family members and friends of the Floyd family of Marion County, Jacksonville, and St. Augustine, who were intermarried with the Whitsett family of southern California. Letters from Albert W. Gilchrist form part of correspondence.

Dates: 1850-2014; Majority of material found within 1900-1950

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

Effie Knowles Case Records

Collection

Identifier: MS 146

Abstract

Case records related to The Seminole Indians of Florida v. The United States before the Indian Claims Commission. Specifically, these records pertain to a 1976 petition for attorney fees to be awarded to Effie Knowles.

Dates: 1936-1978

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

Election Returns by County in Florida

Collection

Identifier: Ms 026

Abstract

Election returns copied from courthouse records and newspapers.

Dates: 1960-1972

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