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Correspondence, May 1943

 File — Box-Folder: 1:17

Scope and Content

From the Collection: The majority of the collection consists of correspondence between family members from 1925 to 1945. The correspondence from 1941-1945 consists primarily of letters from the family members on the home front to the two sons away at war. The only letters from the sons during the war years are when they were in training.

The correspondence provides a good example of what life was like on the home front, with news of epidemics and local events. It also shows how one family dealt with having a son missing in action. The letters also tell of obstacles the family faced at home, such as Florence Dawson's tumor and the prolonged illness of Eleanor.

In addition to the correspondence there also are deeds that belonged to Ed, Jr. and bank statements belonging to his father.

Significant correspondents: Florence Dawson; Charles E. Dawson, Jr.; Eleanor (Nellie) Dawson Sorrels; Grace Dawson Coker; William M. (Buddy) Dawson.

Dates

  • May 1943

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English.

Access and Use Restrictions

This material may be examined by researchers under supervised conditions in the Search Room.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 linear foot

Repository Details

Part of the New Mexico State University Library Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Branson Hall
PO Box 30006
MSC 3475
Las Cruces New Mexico 88003 USA