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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 231 Collections and/or Records:

Records in the Cases of McMillan vs. Escambia County and Jenkins vs. Pensacola before the United States District Court (Florida: Northern District)

 Collection
Identifier: MS 105
Abstract

Correspondence and materials relating to two cases: McMillan vs. Escambia County, Florida, and Jenkins vs. Pensacola, Florida. Includes election results, precinct maps, depositions, memorandums and other resources for the cases.

Dates: 1956-1978

Indian Affairs - Florida Seminoles Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 147
Abstract

Photocopies of correspondence, reports, and other papers related to the Seminole Tribe of Florida found in the National Archives, primarily in the files of the Office of Indian Affairs between 1820 and 1897.

Dates: 1820-1974; Majority of material found within 1881-1947

William Davenport Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 022
Abstract

Two small pocket diaries and personal and official correspondence of Davenport, who saw service in Florida during the Second Seminole War.

Dates: 1835-1842

John Henry Davis Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 023
Abstract

Papers relating to the feasibility of constructing a canal across the Florida peninsula, by consultant to the Canal Authority of the State of Florida.

Dates: 1940-1974

Robert N. "Bert" Dosh Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 025
Abstract

Correspondence on Florida politics and the Cross Florida Canal, and Ocala newspaper editorials.

Dates: 1920-1965

Reubin O'Donovan Askew Speeches

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 004
Abstract

Speeches from Reubin Askew's term as governor of Florida, 1971-1979.

Dates: 1971-1979

Charles E. Bennett Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 005
Abstract

Congressional papers of U.S. Representative Charles E. Bennett from Florida.

Dates: 1903-2001; Majority of material found within 1949-1992

Robert Lucas Black Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 006
Abstract

Personal, political, and legislative papers of Black, who served in the Florida House and Senate.

Dates: 1935-1939

Abram Ormsbee Blanding Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 007
Abstract

Diaries, ledgers, daybooks, memorandum, family correspondence, and essays of Abram Ormsbee Blanding, M.D., New England physician and Florida farmer.

Dates: 1845-1881

Florida Currency Portfolio

 Collection
Identifier: MS 255
Abstract

Various items of Florida, Georgia, and Virginia currency from territorial years through the Great Depression.

Dates: 1832-1929