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Bishop Lamy to Felipe Chavez, refusing to establish a new religious order., 1868 Nov 18

 File — Folder: 20

Scope and Content

From the Collection: Collection consists primarily of correspondence, but also includes contracts, account documents, power-of-attorney claims, and other materials. Series I consists primarily of letters to Chavez from various family members and friends. Includes a funeral corrido (ballad), a letter requesting smallpox vaccinations, and a letter from Archbishop Lamy refusing to establish a new religious order in New Mexico. Series II consists of letters to Chavez from business associates, including Miguel A. Otero and Thomas B. Catron. Series III includes many power-of-attorney claims, 33 folders of business records, and one letterpress book (1881-1883). The collection was originally donated by Ella May Berger Chavez to the Museum of New Mexico, and transferred to the State Records Center and Archives on February 15, 1966.

Most materials are in Spanish.

Dates

  • 1868 Nov 18

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Spanish, and English.

Access Restrictions

None

Extent

From the Collection: 2.5 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the New Mexico State Records Center and Archives Repository

Contact:
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Santa Fe NM 87507
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