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Inventory of the estate of Jose Ygnacio Gonzales, resident of Taos. List of possessions, especially tools., ca. 1853

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4

Scope and Content

From the Collection: Collection consists of a broad range of historical documents concerning New Mexico history. Series I consists of three documents involving Father Antonio Jose Martinez of Taos, New Mexico: the 1827 will of his father Antonio Severino Martinez; a brief autobiography of Antonio Jose Martinez published in 1838; and an 1859 proclamation by Antonio Jose Martinez documenting conflicts between himself and Archbishop Jean Baptiste Lamy. Series II consists of papers of the Gonzales family of Taos, New Mexico. Most of these documents involve Capt. Francisco Gonzalez and his activities in the New Mexico volunteer militia. Also within this series is an 1853 estate inventory of Jose Ygnacio Gonzales and land conveyances in Taos County. Series III consists of a variety of materials involving issues in Taos County, especially taxation. Series IV consists of the professional papers of William J. Eaton. Includes many legal and tax documents, some of which concern the estate of Emilio Papa. Series V consists of photocopies of documents concerning New Mexico history from the Real Audiencia de Guadalajara.

Most materials are in Spanish.

Dates

  • ca. 1853

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English, and Spanish.

Access Restrictions

None

Extent

From the Collection: 1.5 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the New Mexico State Records Center and Archives Repository

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