correspondence

Rembert W. Patrick Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 032

Abstract

Correspondence relating to historian Rembert Patrick's research interests, particularly Florida and Southern history, the publication of his books and articles, and his activities with the Florida Historical Society.

Dates: 1941-1967

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

Robert Strassburg Collection on Ernest Bloch

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0517

Abstract

Research material gathered by the noted educator, composer, conductor and musicologist, Dr. Robert Strassburg (1915-2003), focusing on the career and life of composer Ernest Bloch (1880-1959).

Dates: 1880 - 2005

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

Roe and Florence Wilkins World War II Correspondence

Collection

Identifier: Ms 064

Abstract

Letters between Roe and Florence Wilkins from 1937 to 1946, with the majority of the letters covering Roe's military service in Europe during World War II.

Dates: 1937-1946

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

Romero Family Papers Regarding José Martí

Collection

Identifier: MS Group 310

Abstract

Correspondence, newspaper clippings, photos, and mementos sent to María Mantilla de Romero regarding her father José Martí.

Dates: 1875-1974; Majority of material found within 1953-1960

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

Samuel Darwin McConnell Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS 281

Abstract

Correspondence of Samuel D. McConnell before, during, and after the Civil War, as well as other documents relating to S. D. McConnell.

Dates: 1858-1916; Majority of material found within 1859-1876

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

Schönwald Family Correspondence

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0510

Abstract The collection includes letters, telegrams, and postcards sent to Henry Wald mostly between 1939 and 1941 by his parents and other relatives. While Henry Wald could escape Nazi Germany - he settled in Lincoln, Nebraska - his parents were waiting for a visa to leave Germany. They hoped to be reunited in the United States. The letters were transcribed and translated to English. An article detailing the history of the family under the Nazi regime by University of Florida professor emeritus of...

Dates: 1939 - 2010; Majority of material found within 1939 - 1941

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

Sierra Club Florida Chapter Records

Collection

Identifier: Ms 089

Abstract

Correspondence, minutes, newsletters, and miscellaneous materials of an environmentalist organization.

Dates: 1964-1987

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

Stephens-Bryant Family Papers

Collection

Identifier: Ms 095

Abstract Correspondence, diaries, and other papers and relics of Winston J.T. Stephens (1820-1864)- plantation owner, militia officer, and Confederate army officer; his wife, Octavia Bryant Stephens (1841-1908); and other family members including Henry H. Bryant (1847-1930), Davis H. Bryant (1839-1913), and William A. Bryant (1837-1881). Topics include the Civil War in Florida, military service, the Battle of Olustee, plantation life, slavery, and conditions along the St. Johns River during the...

Dates: 1664-1989; Majority of material found within 1836-1931

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