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Bill, Steamer Saint John To J. J. Jacobs, December 1, 1880 Nov 1880

Bill, Steamer Saint John To J. J. Jacobs, December 1, 1880

Todd A. Herring Archival Collection

This bill, dated December 1, 1880, is written to J. J. Jacobs by Steamer Saint John requesting payment for services rendered for the month of November. The bill is signed by John T. Hall.


Letter, Annie Harriet Webb Ray To Matilda Anne "Lit" Boyd Webb, October 16, 1880, Annie Harriet Webb Ray Oct 1880

Letter, Annie Harriet Webb Ray To Matilda Anne "Lit" Boyd Webb, October 16, 1880, Annie Harriet Webb Ray

Hays Ray Webb Collection

In this handwritten letter, dated October 16, 1880, eight-year-old Annie Harriet Webb writes to her mother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb from where she is staying with her grandmother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green. Annie passes on news of her Aunt Sophy's (Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays) plans to go to New Orleans among detailing the activities she has been doing and how her grandmother's health is.


Stephen D. Lee Papers Oct 1880

Stephen D. Lee Papers

MSU Founders Documents

The address from President Stephen D. Lee regarding the opening of A and M College on October 6, 1880. Includes information regarding classes, board, fees, etc. October 6, 1880.


Letter, From Robert Benson Webb To Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, August 2, 1880, Robert Benson Webb Aug 1880

Letter, From Robert Benson Webb To Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, August 2, 1880, Robert Benson Webb

Hays Ray Webb Collection

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Bayou Chicoh, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to tell her about his visit with Mrs. Groves. He goes on to describe his visit to the Bellcious Settlement and the problems they encountered while traveling.


Letter, From Robert Benson Webb To Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, July 31, 1880, Robert Benson Webb Jul 1880

Letter, From Robert Benson Webb To Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, July 31, 1880, Robert Benson Webb

Hays Ray Webb Collection

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Opelousas, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to let her know that he and his travel companions arrived in Opelousas and describes what their travel was like due to flooding. He describes what the county is like and the heavy rains they've dealt with.


Letter, From Robert Benson Webb To Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, July 30, 1880, Robert Benson Webb Jul 1880

Letter, From Robert Benson Webb To Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, July 30, 1880, Robert Benson Webb

Hays Ray Webb Collection

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Opelousas, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to let her know that he and his travel companions decided to stay another night due to the bad weather. He describes the town and the houses there and how pleased he is with the county. He goes on to discuss an acquaintance they know there and how he has served the community. He concludes by stating that he would rather bring his boys here to farm rather than proceed to Texas.


Letter, William H. Ker To Thomas L. Darden; 06/17/1880, William H. Ker Jun 1880

Letter, William H. Ker To Thomas L. Darden; 06/17/1880, William H. Ker

Darden Family Papers

Letter to Thomas L. Darden from William H. Ker, accepting an invitation to speak at the County Grange meeting.


Letter, M. B. Mcnabb To Anna (Annie) Mckee Boyd Green, June 3, 1880, M. B. Mcnabb Jun 1880

Letter, M. B. Mcnabb To Anna (Annie) Mckee Boyd Green, June 3, 1880, M. B. Mcnabb

Hays Ray Webb Collection

In this handwritten letter, dated June 3, 1880, M. B. McNabb writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to acknowledge the receipt of a new quilt that she had made and donated via E. B. Crisman. He offers his praise to God for her and prays God's blessing over her for her generosity.


Letter, E. B. Crisman To Anna (Annie) Mckee Boyd Green, May 10, 1880, E. B. Crisman May 1880

Letter, E. B. Crisman To Anna (Annie) Mckee Boyd Green, May 10, 1880, E. B. Crisman

Hays Ray Webb Collection

In this handwritten letter, dated May 10, 1880, E. B. Crisman writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to let her know he'd received the money and quilts she'd sent for missionaries. The letter is written on "Office of Board of Missions of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church" stationary.


Letter To Cammie Williams, George H. Douglas Apr 1880

Letter To Cammie Williams, George H. Douglas

Daniel Williams Papers

Letter to Cammie Williams from his cousin, George H. Douglas, in New Orleans, Louisiana.


Appointment Of Thomas L. Darden As Overseer, Mcginly Mar 1880

Appointment Of Thomas L. Darden As Overseer, Mcginly

Darden Family Papers

Notice from the Jefferson County Board of Supervisors to Thomas L. Darden, appointing him overseer of Road 17, from the Fayette and Natchez Road to the ford of a creek near his residence.


Receipt For Balance Due To R. H. Forman, January 6, 1880 Jan 1880

Receipt For Balance Due To R. H. Forman, January 6, 1880

Darden Family Papers

This receipt, dated January 6, 1880, is for payment made on a balance due on August 19, 1878. The payment was made by Thomas L. Darden to R. H. Forman, dealer in dry goods, groceries, clothing, etc. in Fayette, Mississippi. The receipt marks the payment as made on January 8, 1880. The receipt bares an illustration of what looks like hay bales in the upper left. The second half of the proprietor's name, "Tunstall" has been marked through.


Letter, Daddy To Hattie, July 8 Dec 1879

Letter, Daddy To Hattie, July 8

Darden Family Papers

This handwritten letter, dated July 8, is written to Hattie from her father letting her know when he would be leaving and how their trip has been. The letter is written in pencil on Hotel Del Prado, Mexico, D. F. stationary that bears a sketch of the hotel at the top center. The envelope is addressed to Mr. John Darden in Fayette, Jefferson County, Mississippi.


Recipe For Fruitcake Dec 1879

Recipe For Fruitcake

Hays Ray Webb Collection

This handwritten recipe for fruitcake provides step by step instructions for mixing ingredients and baking. A funny note that reads "The flavor of this cake is very much improved by having your older Brother to help eat it--or at least saving him a piece" is included at the bottom of the page beside a bold "N. B."


Letter From The Secretary Of War, Transmitting, In Compliance With Law, Certain Information Relative To The Negotiation With The Legal Representatives Of The Late Confederate Generals Bragg And Polk For The Purchase Of Certain Papers Relating To The Late War., United States. War Records Office. Dec 1879

Letter From The Secretary Of War, Transmitting, In Compliance With Law, Certain Information Relative To The Negotiation With The Legal Representatives Of The Late Confederate Generals Bragg And Polk For The Purchase Of Certain Papers Relating To The Late War., United States. War Records Office.

Pamphlets

Catalogue of Confederate military papers of Leonidas Polk (p. 12-27) and Braxton Bragg (p. 28-53). December 9, 1880. Referred to the Committee on Military Affairs and ordered to be printed.


The National Platforms Of The Republican And Democratic Parties From 1856 To 1880 Inclusive. Dec 1879

The National Platforms Of The Republican And Democratic Parties From 1856 To 1880 Inclusive.

Pamphlets

At head of title: No. 27.


Abraham Lincoln, First Among The Preservers Of Our Country In The Times Of The Civil War Dec 1879

Abraham Lincoln, First Among The Preservers Of Our Country In The Times Of The Civil War

Robert Sylvester Manuscript Collection

This brief, handwritten biography of Abraham Lincoln, extolls the virtues of Lincoln, his family, and his presidency. The writer includes a quote from Lincoln about Stephen Douglas as an example of Lincoln's humble nature.


Shoe Dec 1879

Shoe

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Off-white women's (wedding) shoes - narrow soles, Louis XV style heels. Straight sole shoes. Bow over toe. Ribbons attached at tip of heel. Bottom of shoe has blue and white label for D. H. Holmes Department Store - "D. H. Holmes New Orleans". HandwrittenUnclassifiable Artifacts; Need to Classify


Photograph, Jack Boyd And Matilda Ann Boyd Webb Dec 1879

Photograph, Jack Boyd And Matilda Ann Boyd Webb

Hays Ray Webb Collection

This black and white photograph shows Jack and Matilda Ann Boyd seated beside each other in a portrait. Jack is pictured wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and black tie. Matilda is pictured wearing a white dress with a black, lace shawl and black lace gloves. Their names are handwritten on the back of the photograph.


Recipe For "Good Bread" Dec 1879

Recipe For "Good Bread"

Hays Ray Webb Collection

This handwritten recipe details ingredients and instructions on how to always have "good bread". The recipe includes ingredients such as molasses, sour milk, ginger, lard/butter, and soda. No flour or cornmeal is included in the recipe but may have been accidentally omitted. The recipe is not titled as to what type of bread it makes.


Envelope Addressed To Mrs. M. A. Webb, Undated Dec 1879

Envelope Addressed To Mrs. M. A. Webb, Undated

Hays Ray Webb Collection

Mrs. M. A. Webb is written across the middle of this empty, stained envelope.


Cover For Chancery Court Document, Undated Dec 1879

Cover For Chancery Court Document, Undated

Hays Ray Webb Collection

This Chancery Court document cover states that it contained Mrs. M. A. Webb Land Deeds. Placement indicators for court cases are left blank and cords are loose at the top and bottom of the cover.


Slipper Dec 1879

Slipper

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Polished-white leather heeled slippers. Strap across top of body with button attachment. Bow made of ribbon attached on straps. Personal Artifacts; Clothing -- Footwear


Boot Dec 1879

Boot

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Black leather ankle heeled boots with 16 black buttons with metal backs as closure for shaft. Rounded pointy toe box. Appears to have had the outside row of buttons removed. Printed on inside cream twilled lining: "553 48035. " Boot (b) is missing one buttonPersonal Artifacts; Clothing -- Footwear


Comb Dec 1879

Comb

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Comb in yellow and light brown plastic with 4 long prongs. Carved decoration diagonally across top. Personal Artifacts; Adornment


Collar Dec 1879

Collar

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Velvet maroon detachable collar with silver embroidery. Personal Artifacts; Clothing -- Accessory


Long Night Dress Dec 1879

Long Night Dress

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Cream cotton long night shirt dress with decorative crochet lace and tape. Personal Artifacts; Need to Classify


Comb Dec 1879

Comb

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Plastic hair comb in a fan shape with 5 black prongs (1 has fallen off and is placed with object in storage) with yellow/green colored top piece with royal blue rhinestones around edges. 4 royal blue rhinestones are missing. Personal Artifacts; Adornment


Comb Dec 1879

Comb

Historic Costumes and Textiles Collection

Large clear/yellowed and black hair comb fan shaped. On the top is engraved floral and a bird. 6 long prongs that are curved up at ends of tips. Personal Artifacts; Adornment


Organization And Objects Of The Lincoln Guard Of Honor, And First Memorial Service, Held On The Fifteenth Anniversary Of The Death Of Abraham Lincoln, Springfield, Illinois, April 15th, 1880. Dec 1879

Organization And Objects Of The Lincoln Guard Of Honor, And First Memorial Service, Held On The Fifteenth Anniversary Of The Death Of Abraham Lincoln, Springfield, Illinois, April 15th, 1880.

Pamphlets

Program with extracts from letters and speeches.""---M. Contains text of Lincoln's letter to Mrs. Eliza P. Gurney, Sept. 4, 1864, his Second Inaugural address, and William Knox's Mortality.