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Huffman-Quertermous papers II, 1851-1973
This collection contains correspondence, financial and legal documents, notes, newspaper clippings, photographs, and miscellaneous printed materials belonging to the Huffman-Quertermous family of Arkansas County, Arkansas. Mary C. Huffman Young, of New Bloomfield, Missouri, corresponded with her sisters Ellen, Jannie, and Annie, and her brother A.L. Huffman of Arkansas County, Arkansas. Mary Huffman Young's letters, describing farming and health in the late nineteenth century, comprise the bulk of the correspondence in this collection
Hugh Allen Anderson land record, 1839
This collection contains land grant certificate number 1040 issued to Hugh Allen Anderson of Washington County, Arkansas.
Hugh Bradley promissory note, 1853
This collection contains one promissory note from Hugh Bradley to Stephen B. Enyart of Bradley County (Ark.) dated December 16, 1853.
Hugh Core U.S. Court of Claims papers, 1900
The papers in this collection are dated 1900.
Hughes family papers, 1891-1979
This collection contains genealogical materials related to the Hughes family, including a marriage license, death certificate, family history charts and other items.
Hughes Wilson family papers, 1885-1968
This collection contains a family history written by Willie Naude Hughes Wilson and photocopies of family photographs.
Hugh F. McDaniel railroad papers, 1886
This collection contains an agreement, bond, and account sheet between Hugh F. McDaniel, Mark S. Cohn, and M.C. Wallace.
Hugh Park newspaper article, 1954 March 18
This collection consists of one article titled "The Country Editor," by Hugh Park, published in the Van Buren Press Argus, dated March 18, 1954.
Human Elevation Love Project Inc. grant progress report, 2010
This collection is comprised of two DVDs containing oral interviews, as well as background information on H.E.L.P. Inc. and its founder.
Huntsville First National Bank statement, 1912
This collection contains one statement of condition from Huntsville First National Bank, dated February 20, 1912.
Hurley and Bevens papers, 1890
This collection contains a partnership agreement, two letters, and two prescriptions.
"Hurrah For Dixie!" broadside, undated
This collection contains one broadside, "Hurrah For Dixie," song by Albert Pike.
"Hurray for Bryan" postcard, 1908
This collection contains one "Hurray for Bryan" postcard dated October 26, 1908.
This collection contains one 22-page pamphlet containing the text of a speech given by I.H. Nakdimen, president of City National Bank of Fort Smith before the Arkansas Legislative Committee repealing Act No. 118, dated February 7, 1924.
I.H. Nakdimen statement on Federal Reserve Bank, 1923
This collection contains one statement given by I.H. Nakdimen, president of City National Bank of Fort Smith, to U.S. Senate committee in the Federal Reserve Bank at Kansas City, Missouri, dated November 9, 1923.
"Ila Upchurch, Jeanes Teacher" project records, 1933-1949
This collection contains photocopies of applications, programs, minutes, reports, photographs, correspondence, articles, and printed material concerning the work and service of Jeanes teachers.
Illustrated Sporting World ad (photocopy), undated
This collection contains one photocopy of a broadside, an ad for Illustrated Sporting World (New York), stating "No. 57, Out Monday, May 17, Will contain Photograph and Illustration of the Hanging of Geo. W. Carroll, who was hanged last week, at Searcy, Ark., for the murder of his wife."
Independence County (Ark.) administrator's sale notice, 1881 December 3
This collection contains an administrator's sale notice for real estate from the Wesley Knowles estate, dated December 3, 1881.
Independence County (Ark.) administrator's sale notice, 1885 December 12
This collection contains an administrator's sale notice for the Michael Tyre estate in Independence County, Arkansas, dated December 12, 1885.
Independence County (Ark.) grave sites list, 1990 January
This collection consists of a list of eight Independence County grave sites.
Independence County (Ark.) petition to Arkansas General Assembly, 1893
This collection contains one petition.
Independence County (Ark.) records, 1825-1852
This collection contains military bounty land records, a sheriff's census, and a tax receipt for Independence County, Arkansas.
Independence County (Ark.) tax notice, 1885
This collection contains an Independence County tax notice by Sheriff R.M. Desha in Batesville, Arkansas.
Independence County (Ark.) treasury warrant, 1861
This collection contains one county treasury warrant.
Independence County records, 1825-1852
This collection contains material regarding Arkansas as a territory and its early statehood. Content includes military bounty land records, a sheriff's census, and a tax receipt for Independence County, Arkansas. Independence county was established in 1820, and originally contained all or part of 15 of Arkansas's current counties, including Fulton, Baxter, Sharp, Izard, Stone, Cleburne, Van Buren, White, Jackson and Woodruff.
Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Arkansas Lodge No. 341 papers, 1905-1913
This collection contains correspondence and records of Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Arkansas Lodge Number 341, Springfield, Arkansas.
Independent Order of Odd Fellows papers, 1914
This collection contains Independent Order of Odd Fellows Papers.
Index to ledger, State Auditor's office, 1901-1906
This collection contains an index to a ledger possibly kept by the State Auditor's office for the Deaf Mute Institute, Arkansas School for the Blind, and the State Lunatic Asylum.
"Industrial Relation Reporter," 1965-1967
This collection consists of eight issues of the "Industrial Relations Reporter," from 1965-1967.
"In Memoriam" Siloam reading club, 1894
This collection contains a death notice for the Siloam reading club on February 9, 1894.
"In Memory of the Rev. John Carnahan," 1840
This collection contains the first three pages of "In Memory of the Rev. John Carnahan," circa 1840.
Inner City FutureNet grant project report, 2010
This collection contains the final grant report and one oral history interview with Bobbie Moffett.
Instructions for taking depositions, 1866
This collections contains one broadside dated 1866.
Interdepartmental Relations Committee (IRC) records, 1972-2014
This collection is comprised of three record groups transferred to the Arkansas State Archives from IRC member agencies. The first record group contains programs from IRC Executive Secretarial Seminars from 1972 through 2008, a guestbook signed from the seminars as well as other IRC events, and discs from the 2007 IRC Christmas luncheon. The second record group contains files mostly collected by Dorothy Gilliam, former executive secretary to the education commissioner and former chair of the Interdepartmental Relations Committee. It contains files related to IRC finance, meetings, and seminars. It also includes governor's proclamations related to the committee and audio files and photographs from the annual seminars. These files cover the years 1972 to 2014. The third record group contains files with information about the organization's history and purpose, meeting minutes, and miscellaneous material from meetings and seminars, mostly from the 1970s.
Interested Citizens for Voter Registration grant project report, 2009
The file in this collection contains a program, photographs, a flyer, and newspaper articles.
Internal Improvement Fund records, 1850-1853
This collection contains receipts and certificates of commissions for members of the Internal Improvement Fund.
International Order of B'nai B'rith president's message, 1929 May 7
This collection consists of one message from president of the International Order of B'nai B'rith, given by Charles Jacobson, dated 1929.
International Order of Odd Fellows Springtown (Ark.) Lodge records, 1907-1911
This collection contains extracts of the minutes of executive meetings and promissory notes.
"In the Ozarks" by Cappleman, Josie Frazee, 1929
This collection holds one poem written by Josie Frazee Cappleman titled "In the Ozarks." This poem has a pencil drawing of two babies climbing a staircase.
Introduction to True Travels of Captain John Smith by John Gould Fletcher, 1929
This collection contains "True Travels, Adventures and Observations of Captain John Smith" with an introduction by John Gould Fletcher, 1929.
Invitation to Laying of Court House Corner Stone, undated
This collection contains an invitation.
Ira Don Richards letter, 1963 October 9
The letter in this collection is dated October 9, 1963.
Ira E. McMillion untitled poem, 1914
This collection contains an untitled poem written in February 1914 by Ira E. McMillion of Prescott, Arkansas.
This collection contains a letter written by Ira J. Smith of Dobbins' 1st Arkansas, Confederate States Army, dated April 19 and 22 1863 to his wife and family.
Ira McLean Barton military papers, 1865-1869
This collection contains the military papers of Lieutenant Ira McLean Barton including correspondence, business papers, and legal papers from 1864 to 1869. During this time Barton was stationed at Fort Gaines, District of Columbia, and Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
Ira McLean Barton military papers supplement I, 1867-1869
This collection contains the military papers of Lieutenant Ira McLean Barton including correspondence, business papers, and legal papers from 1867 to 1869.
Iron Mountain and Helena Railroad Company abstract of deeds, 1871
This collection contains an abstract of deeds filed in Craighead County subscribed to the Iron Mountain and Helena Railroad Company circa 1871.
Iron Mountain and Helena Railroad Company indenture papers, 1872
This collection contains one copy of the Iron Mountain and Helena Railroad indenture papers.
Iron Mountain and Helena Railroad Company stock certificate, 1876
This collection contains one stock certificate.
Irving Literary Society yearbooks, 1914-1918
This collection contains two yearbooks.
Isaac Asbury Clark papers, 1845-1904
This collection contains broadsides, account books, diaries, notebooks, military papers, correspondence, news clippings, advertisements, and catalogs pertaining to Isaac A. Clarke and Clarke's Academy in Berryville, Arkansas.
Isaac C. Day papers, 1864-1913
This collection contains photocopies of a letter, news clippings, and a family group chart for Isaac C. Day. The letter was written from Day to his brother in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Isaac Clarke diary (photocopy), 1861
This collection contains a photocopy of a diary kept by Isaac Clarke during the Civil War.
Isaac Clarke educational circular (photocopy), 1867 January 1
This collection contains one photocopy of a broadside, an Educational Circular by Isaac A. Clarke, announcing "to the public that he designs establishing a Male and Female School, one mile west from Berryville."
Isaac Folsom estate ledger, 1892-1902
This collection contains a ledger belonging to the estate of Isaac Folsom, Lonoke County, Arkansas between 1892 and 1902.
Isaac G. Vail family collection, 1869-1923
This collection contains three diaries and twelve photographs related to Isaac G. Vail and his family.
Isaac H. Pennington court record, 1860
This collection contains a power of attorney for Isaac H. Pennington.
Isaac Murphy letters, 1837-1838
These letters from Isaac Murphy were to a Mr. Evans, which contain information related to Murphy's surveying duties. A note and envelope from the donor are also included within the folder.
Isaac N. Brownlow papers, 1863-1925
This collection contains letters written during the Civil War by Confederate soldier Isaac Brownlow to his wife.
Isaac Newton Jackson letter to the people of Sevier County, 1848
This broadside was written by Isaac Jackson in defense of his record as a tax payer of Sevier County and accuses James Penney of altering the tax record during his time as county clerk.
This collection contains a xerox copy of a letter written in 1863 about camp life in Camden, Arkansas. Also included is a copy of an excerpt about Isaac Rice from Goodspeed's "Northwest Arkansas" history.
Isaac T. Gillam family papers, 1898-1943
This collection includes the family papers of Isaac and Lida Anthony Gillam. The papers include correspondence that consists mainly of postcards, receipts, fraternal insurance policies, printed materials, photographs, and memorabilia.
Isabel Creek Bridge papers, 1993
This collection contains correspondence, plans, and photographs related to the Isabel Creek Bridge.
Isaiah J. Inman proof of loss of deed form, 1897
This collection contains one proof of loss of deed form for Isaiah J. Inman, dated January 15, 1897.
Isham Talbot estate records, 1840
This collection contains one copy of the Isham Talbot Estate record.
Iva Jane Ford papers, 1899-1945
This collection contains correspondence to Iva Jane Ford; as well as her husband, Sargent Badia Swayden, and other relatives. It also contains memorabilia from events and trips, photographic prints, photographic negatives, newspaper clippings, one complete and one partial scrapbook together dating from 1899-1953. The scrapbooks contain photographs of family, houses, vacations, and the family car. They detail family vacations: to Texas after purchasing their first car, as detailed in a related newspaper clipping; Christian, Mississippi; Brighton, Canada; and across Arkansas. They also contain wedding and graduation announcement newspaper clippings and invitations for family and friends.
Ivey and Mary J. Smith church letter [photocopy], 1860
This photocopy of a letter stated that Ivey and Mary J. Smith were members in good standing with the Baptist Church of Christ at Fellowship, Marengo County, Alabama.
Izard County (Ark.) sheriff's census, 1829
This census for Izard County was conducted by the sheriff in 1829.
Izard County (Ark.) sheriff's sale notice, 1901 October 19
This collection consists of a sheriff's sale notice from Izard County, Arkansas, dated October 19, 1901.
This collection contains a deed.
This letter asks what preparations the 11th Arkansas Regiment should make concerning quarters during the Civil War's first winter.
This collection contains one appointment notice of J.A. Bradshaw to the Board of Equalization.
Jack E. Porter papers, 1944-1945
This collection contains the personal letters and memorabilia of Jack E. Porter, 1944-1945. He was a second lieutenant during World War II and served in Company G, 399th Infantry Division of the United States Army. Porter was stationed in both France and Germany. These letters were written to his mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Cahill of Chicago, Illinois. Porter wrote of specific events of his tour of duty as well as his personal feelings and reactions to battles.
Jackson County (Ark.) relief fund for soldier's families, 1861
This collection contains one document detailing a relief fund for soldiers' families, Jackson County (Ark.)
Jacksonville Centennial "Historical Highlights," 1970 June
This collection contains three copies of one broadside, "Jacksonville Centennial, 1870-1970: Historical Highlights." It includes brief descriptions of important descriptions of the city of Jacksonville.
Jacksonville Centennial poster, 1970
This collection consists of one poster, Jacksonville Centennial Historical Highlights, dated 1970.
This collection contains the parole certificate of Jacob Deck, Private in Company F, 8th Missouri Cavalry, Confederate States Army.
Jacob Frolich papers, circa 1880s
This collection contains documents written by the Arkansas Secretary of State, Jacob Frolich, in the1880s. This material was torn from a ledger and details information about a legislative library, the purchase of a fire-proof safe, Journals of the General Assembly, agricultural resources, election returns, the burial of John Siddle Williams, and the custody of the Supreme Court reports.
This collection contains a deed for land in Pulaski County, Arkansas owned by Jacob and Charity E. Hudgins and sold to Richard Fletcher.
Jacob Trieber research project papers, 1872-1986
This collection contains photocopies of correspondence, journal articles, speeches, and news articles pertaining to Judge Trieber's political and judicial career, including his involvement in several landmark civil rights and labor cases. The papers also include correspondence and research notes about Treiber by Judge Gerald Heaney.
Jacob Wright Shook letter of dismissal from Masons, 1867
This collection contains a letter of dismissal written November 26, 1867 from the Batesville Chapter 9 of the Royal Arch Masons. Jacob W. Shook requested the dismissal and was granted one as a member in good standing.
J. Albert Reynolds reminiscences, circa 1989
The reminiscences in this collection consist of photocopies of six typed pages. They were written around 1989.
James A. Caldwell Confederate journal, circa 1862
This collection consists of a typed copy of a diary of confederate soldier James A. Caldwell, Co. H., 15th Ark Volunteers.
James Alexander voter registration certification [photocopy], 1868 October 14
This collection contains a photocopy of the voter registration certification of James Alexander from October 14, 1868.
James and Willie Tanner Hawthorne family Bible, 1947
This collection contains one small Bible, dated 1947, and includes eight pages of family information.
This letter discusses the court proceedings against a man named Captain Harman.
James Ball promissory note, 1825
This collection contains one promissory note from James Ball to Samuel Hall, witnessed and signed by Chester Ashley, dated June 17, 1825.
James B. Colegrove mail carrier record, 1888
This collection contains one contract for mail carrier, James B. Colegrove to carry mail between Camden and Prescott, Arkansas.
James B. Draper Estate deed, 1877 August 20
The deed in this collection was signed in Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, on August 20, 1877.
James Belcher land patent, 1838 August 2
The land patent issued to James Belcher is for land in Arkansas County, Section 27, Township 4 South, Range 4 West.
James Bird proof of loss of deed form, 1890
This collection contains one proof of loss of deed form for James Bird, dated June 17, 1890.
James Black receipt [photostat], 1835 January 7
This collection contains a photostat of a receipt.
James Brown certificate of record, 1860
The certificate of record in this collection is dated January 7, 1860.
James C. Frazier abstract of title, 1989
This collection contains one abstract of title conducted by the Alley Abstract Company, Mountain Home, Arkansas, abstracter Mary Rochner. It was prepared at the request of Attorney Ted Sanders for the benefit of James C. Frazier. This abstract reviews the ownership of the land in question from 1860 to 1988.
This collection contains one letter.
James Clarke letters [photocopies], 1873-1876
This collection consists of 29 photocopies of James Clark letters.
James C. Russell postmaster certificates, 1889-1927
This collection contains six certificates appointing James C. Russell as postmaster under presidents Benjamin Harrison, Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and Calvin Coolidge. They are dated from 1889 to 1927.
James Douglas list of heirs, undated
This collection consists a lists of heirs of James Douglas, including additional genealogical material on Douglas Family.
James E. Caldwell papers, 1833-1974
This collection contains diaries, journals, sermon notes, clippings, scrapbooks, church records, resolutions, clippings, genealogical data, business records, and correspondence.
James E. Cameron navy logbook, 1907-1910
This logbook records the experiences of James E. Cameron in the United States Navy.
