The Arkansas State Archives houses approximately 13,000 cubic feet of state records and manuscript collections pertaining to the history of Arkansas and its people. These materials have been described and inventoried for ease of access. These inventories, called finding aids, are keyword searchable. Click the collection's title to view the finding aid's information page. Click on the pdf icon to go straight to the finding aid.
Separated Materials: Some archival collections contain materials that have been stored separately from the bulk of the collection due to those items' preservation needs. Generally, this affects collections that include artifacts that have been moved to the archives' museum collection, and the existence of artifacts in a collection has been noted in that collection's finding aid. Due to the nature of artifact and other separated materials, we require researchers to fill out an Artifact Access Form and send it in to state.archives@arkansas.gov, to schedule an appointment to view artifacts from the museum collection.
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James E. Matthews letter, 1896
This collection contains a letter written by James E. Matthews to Southern Building and Loan Company on St. James Hotel letterhead.
James E. McCook papers [photocopy], 1928-1966
This collection consists of copies from Little Rock City yearbook, newspaper clippings, and several pages of correspondence pertaining to the life and career of J. E. McCook.
James E. Womeldorff papers, 1942-1945
This collection contains letters from James E. Womeldorff to his wife, Esther, and daughter, Mary, while he was serving in England, France, and Germany, in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II.
James Forbes Robinson papers, 1862-1872
This collection contains correspondence and printed material.
James Franklin Cooley collection supplement, 1956-1987
This collection contains awards, honors, certificates, newspaper clippings, correspondence, and other material relating to James Franklin Cooley's works and accomplishments.
James Franklin Cooley papers, 1966-1975
This collection contains biographical information, correspondence, newspapers, clippings, and material related to civil rights and other topics.
James F. Smith Civil War reminiscences, undated
This collection contains two typed copies of the Civil War reminiscences of James F. Smith.
James Gibson Army discharge papers, 1865
This collection contains one United States army discharge record.
James H. Alexander land record, 1851
This land grant gave James Alexander eighty acres of land in Hempstead County, Arkansas.
James Hayden Van Hoose checks, 1887-1894
This collection contains two McIlroy Banking Company checks written by James Hayden Van Hoose between 1887 and 1894
James H. Berry and Simon P. Hughes outgoing correspondence, 1883-1885
This collection contains a letter book of outgoing correspondence from James H. Berry and Simon P. Hughes between 1883 and 1885.
James H. Berry letters received, 1884
This collection contains two letterbooks of letters received by Governor James H. Berry's office in 1884.
James H. Biler tax receipt, 1863
This collection contains one county tax receipt.
James H. Conley appointment, 1916 March 2
This collection contains a certificate of appointment for James H. Conley as Aide-de-Camp of the Grand Army of the Republic.
James H. Edwards warranty deed, 1894
This collection contains a warranty deed.
James Henry Hall letters, 1863-1892
This collection contains letters written by James Henry Hall from 1863 to 1892.
This collection contains a scrapbook of newspaper clippings.
This collections an address by James H. Harrod of Little Rock "To the Democratic Voters of Arkansas" concerning his candidacy for governor.
James H. Hopson Civil War account [photocopy], 1861-1865
This collection contains James Hopson's reminiscences about the Civil War.
James H. Hopson Civil War service reminiscences [photocopy], undated
This collection contains photocopies of the Civil War reminiscences of James H. Hopson.
James H. May papers, 1861-1863
This collection includes one commission to Major James H. May, 7th Arkansas Battalion and one appointment to James H. May to the rank of lieutenant colonel in the 4th Arkansas Regiment in the Confederate Army.
James J. Gregg and Company letter, 1861
This letter from James J. Gregg and Company to Governor Henry M. Rector offers textile samples for viewing if the State of Arkansas would have need of them.
James Kilgour court record, 1810
This sworn deposition before Judge Richerd Claiborne, Parish of Rapides, Territory of Orleans, by James Kilgour concerns a stolen slave by the name of Sam. Kilgour was informing the court that a man by the name of Moses Harris, alias Hamilton, stole Sam the season before.
James K. Jones, "An Open Letter," 1901
This collection contains a pamphlet entitled "An Open Letter" written by James K. Jones of Hope, Arkansas dated December 24, 1901, in which he responds to charges by Arkansas Governor Jeff Davis.
James Kuykendall letters of recommendation, 1826
This collection contains three letters of recommendation for James M. Kuykendall of Lawrence County, Arkansas as Sheriff of the same county in 1826.
James Lafayette Witherspoon collection, 1889 December 24
This collection contains the hand-written autobiography of James Lafayette Witherspoon and a typed transcript of the autobiography. It also contains photographs of members of the Witherspoon and Cross families, as well as a photograph of Robert Ward Johnson, who was a planter, lawyer, and Confederate Senator from Arkansas. In addition, the collection contains a printed family tree of the Witherspoon family.
James Lawrence Ferguson journal (photocopy), 1856-1857
This collection contains a photocopy of a journal kept by James Lawrence Ferguson on his trip from South Carolina to Arkansas.
James Lawrence Ferguson papers, 1864
This collection contains a journal kept by Sergeant James Lawrence Ferguson, Captain Parker's Company, Turner's Cavalry, Confederate States Army circa 1864.
James L. Clements papers, 1859-1864
This collection contains photocopies of personal letters and the service record of James L. Clements, who served in the Confederate States of America (C.S.A.) Army, Company E, Third Arkansas Infantry,1861-1864. Also included are transcriptions of Clements' letters from 1859-1862. Richard P. Jones, donor, transcribed the letters and explained their history. He included footnotes and maps in describing Clements' military career, as well as an index containing the names of members of Company E, Third Arkansas Infantry.
James M. Brown (Crawford County, Ark.) tax receipts, 1861-1862
This collection contains Arkansas state tax receipts for Crawford County.
This collection contains one letter from James M. Bull of Gentry, Arkansas, to Dr. J.H. Reynolds of Fayetteville, Arkansas, dated September 26, 1907.
James McDaniel blueprint collection, 1914-1915
The blueprints in this collection were collected by James McDaniel and cover areas in Lonoke, Arkansas, Jefferson, Prairie, and Pulaski Counties. Most pertain to the construction of roads and state highways.
James M. Crawford commission; 1861
This Civil War officer's commission was signed by Governor Henry M. Rector.
James M. Elliott letters [photocopy], 1869
This collection contains two photocopies of letters written by W.W. Hanks to James M. Elliott regarding Hanks' move to Dallas, Arkansas.
James M. Fortenbury biography, 1990 January 2
This collection consists of a short biography of James M. Fortenbury with "notes" of accomplishments, dated January 2, 1990.
James M. Hanks diaries, 1865-1909
This collection contains diaries addressing personal, political, business, and religious matters.
James Miller military account, 1818 June
This collection consists of one U.S. military account for Brigadier General James Miller, U.S. Army, dated June 1818.
James M. Kuykendall receipt, 1826
This collection contains a receipt for James M. Kuykendall, Sheriff of Lawrence County, Arkansas December 1, 1826.
James Molloy land record, 1820
This collection contains an 1820 patent for land in Arkansas Territory.
James M. Pomeroy letters, 1877
This collection contains two letters written by James Pomeroy to Brigadier General Jacob Carnahan, commanding the 3rd Military District of Arkansas.
James N. Martin and W.W. Schoolfield letters, 1899-1902
This collection contains letters written by James N. Martin of Arkansas to W.W. Schoolfield of Memphis, Tennessee between 1899 and 1902 regarding business matters between the two men.
Collection contains one letter regarding appointment of Robert Reichardt, Fort Smith, to the U.S. Naval Academy.
James P. Eagle and William M. Fishback letters, 1892-1893
This collection contains a letterbook of letters received by James P. Eagle and William M. Fishback between 1892-1893.
James P. Eagle letters, 1889-1891
This collection contains four letter books of outgoing correspondence by Governor James P. Eagle between 1889-1891.
This collection contains one message.
James P. Neal and Samuel J. Crowell land record, 1886
This collection contains one deed.
This collection contains two letters written by James R. Burke to his wife, Christianna, in Bradley County, Arkansas in 1862. These letters discuss family life, farm business, and how glad he is to be at Fort Hindman.
James R. Montgomery papers, 1861-1862
This collection contains photocopies of correspondence between James Montgomery and his wife, Martha, and other documents related to his service in the Confederate Army.
This collection holds a letter from Attorney James Robertson of Wynne, Arkansas, to the editor of the Arkansas Gazette about the Gazette’s coverage of Jim Johnson.
James R. Turner papers, 1839-1909
This collection contains invitations and programs of various social activities in and around Poplar Grove, Helena, and Marvell, Phillips County, Arkansas, including Knights of Honor and Knights and Ladies of Honor events that were attended by James R. Turner. There are also items related to President Theodore Roosevelt's visit to Little Rock in 1905. Other items in the collection include a Justice of the Peace commission for William Turner (James R. Turner's father) and a land grant issued to Walter and Sarah Burress.
James Savage estate appraisement bill, 1862
This appraisement bill was for the estate of James Savage.
This letter written by James Scull is a first-hand account of the duel between John Wilson and Joseph J. Anthony on the floor of the Arkansas House of Representatives.
James Smalley land patent, 1838
This collection contains a land patent issued to James Smalley of Independence County, Arkansas on August 16, 1838.
James Stafford pension papers, 1912
The pension materials in this collection are dated 1912.
This collection contains one letter dated June 23, 1866.
This collection contains a campaign card for James T. Jones
James T. Robertson broadside, 1912
This collection contains a broadside: " ' Grandfather Clause' Does Not apply to Whites", by James T. Robertson.
This collection contains a letter from James Turner, editor of "The Shield" to J.H. Reynolds.
James V. Collins administrator's sale, 1884
This administrator's sale is dated December 5, 1884.
James Villard Heidt collection, 1803-1956
This collection consists of correspondence, general orders, military records, publications, and news clippings relating to Heidt's military career.
James W. Cooper papers, 1861-1963
This collection contains James Cooper's reminiscences about the Civil War and biographical information about him.
James W. Jackson papers, 1859-1881
This collection consists of photocopies of journals, diaries, and business papers of Dr. James W. Jackson.
James W. Marsh land grant [photocopy], 1849
This collection contains a photocopy of a land grant from Tennessee, dated 1849.
James W. Pinkerton letter, 1888
This collection contains a letter written by James W. Pinkerton to Brethren of Greenwood Circuit, Fort Smith District, Arkansas.
This letter from James Yell to Sam Williams discusses cases before the Arkansas Supreme Court.
Jane Letha Johnson elementary school report, 1954-1955
This item is a fifth grade school report from the Diocese of Little Rock, Mt. St. Mary's, for Jane Letha Johnson.
Jane Letitia Johnston collection, 1902-1927
This collection has Jane Letitia Johnston’s certificate to teach in Craighead, Sharp, and Lawrence counties from 1902-1910, one copy of The Gallowegian, a publication that was written by the senior class of Galloway Female College, published in February of 1913, and six photographs. Photographs in this collection include images of the 1927 flood in Sharp County, an elementary class photograph, and photographs of the Hardy High girls’ basketball team, Jonesboro Senior Class, and the graduating class for Galloway College 1902.
Jane Ragan Crecink scrapbook, 1930-1950
This collection is comprised of a scrapbook containing materials related to the Pilot’s Club, World War II USO memorabilia, and graduations from Arkansas institutions. Also, this scrapbook has images of Jane Ragan Crecink, her family and friends, USO events, and other unidentified events.
Jared Carswell Martin land patent, 1826
This collection contains a land patent issued to Jared Carswell Martin of Pulaski County, Arkansas.
Jared Martin family letters, 1825-1871
This collection consists of twelve letters and a large genealogical chart.
Jason B. Hendren collection of Harper's New Monthly Magazines and Century Magazines, 1883-1893
This collection contains issues of Harper's New Monthly Magazine and The Century Magazine from 1883 to 1893.
J.B. Critz temperance speech, 1878
This collection contains a handwritten speech by J.B. Critz for a temperance celebration.
J.B. Hendrickson Civil War diary, 1862-1863
This collection contains the Civil War diary of J.B. Hendrickson.
J. B. Love land deed, 1867-1868
This collection contains a record of land sale in Fulton County.
J.C. Barrow announcement of candidacy (photocopy), late 1870s
This collection contains one broadside, J.C. Barrow's announcement of candidacy for the office of Prosecuting Attorney, Tenth Judicial Circuit. Photocopy, original in J.C. Barrow Collection.
This collection contains one letter.
J.C. Goodman receiver's sale notice, 1890
The notice in this collection is dated March 8, 1890.
The bond in this collection is dated October 7, 1844.
J.C. Steele Civil War reminiscence, undated
This collection contains the Civil War reminiscences of J.C. Steele of the 17th Arkansas Confederate Infantry.
J.D. Conway campaign statement, circa 1900
.This broadside contains one broadside, circa 1900.
J.D. Jones family records, 1814-1932
This collection contains the J.D. Jones family records removed from a Bible.
This collection contains a letter with a reply from J.D. McIlroy to Charles Francis Martin dated November 18, 1898.
J.D. Walker reception invitation, 1879
This invitation is for a reception honoring United States Senator James Walker.
J.D. Willett presidential pardon, 1865
This collection contains a pardon and amnesty granted J.D. Willett of Little Rock by President Andrew Johnson.
This collection contains one letter written by E.S.S. from Topeka, Kansas, discusses plans for his/her upcoming trip to visit J. D. Williams. E. S. S. talks about 'electric ladies' and his/her feelings of overwhelming sadness.
J.E. and Martha Spencer deed, 1860
This collection contains one deed.
This letter signed by Jeff Davis concerns his re-election to the United States Senate.
This memorandum gives instructions to have the Journal of the Congress of the Confederate States of America, 1861-1865, to be bound with the name "H.W. Stewart" embossed on the cover.
Jeff Davis political cartoon, undated
This collection contains a political cartoon in which Jeff Davis is criticizing James Jones for his involvement in the American Cotton Company.
Jefferson County (Ark.) certificates of election, 1865 March 13
This collection contains a certificate of election for William W. Bryant for County Treasurer of Jefferson County and a certificate of election for W.T. Bryant for Justice of the Peace for Jefferson County.
This letter from Jefferson Davis concerns the nomination of John Taylor Wood as his aide-de-camp.
This letter from Jefferson Davis to C.B. Atwood concerns payment of taxes.
Jefferson family Bible, 1825-1911
This collection contains one large Bible, dated 1825. Family information pages and a few other miscellaneous documents are also included.
Jefferson Robinson diary, 1864-1865
This collection consists of a diary, 1864-1865.
This collection contains correspondence, receipts, Illinois House bills, and compositions.
J.E. Josey Civil War letter, 1863
This letter to Jefferson Davis from officers of the Thirteenth and Fifteenth Arkansas Regiments proposes strategy around Helena, Arkansas, on the Mississippi River.
J.E. Little Plantation records, 1822-1979
This collection contains materials pertaining to John Elijah Little, his family, their farm in Faulkner County, and their property and house in Conway. Included are deed records and personal correspondence relating to both properties, tax and business records for the farm at Lollie, bonds for the construction of a levee on the Arkansas River, pocket ledgers for farm business and construction of the Conway residence, as well as photographs and obituaries for most of the J.E. Little family. See also: Photographs of Faulkner County Levee District #1 Levee Projects, 1928-1977, in the general photograph collection. Original letters signed by: Hattie Caraway, Joe T. Robinson, D.D. Terry and Heartsill Ragon in the small manuscript collection (SMC).
J.E. Matthews receipt, 1896 February 10
This collection contains a receipt for twenty-five dollars paid from J.E. Matthews to Sadie Matthews, guardian in the E.W. Matthews Estate in Corning, Arkansas. The receipt in this collection is dated February 10, 1896.
Jenny Deloney Rice-Meyrowitz letters, 1925
This collection contains correspondence between Jenny Deloney Rice-Meyrowitz and Arkansas History Commission Director Dallas Herndon.
Jerrus Madison Bryant papers, 1934-1935
This collection contains the autobiography of Jerrus Madison Bryant and a letter written by him.
