0019 Frances French, mounted oversize photograph, 1896-1957
File — Box: 7
Scope and Content Note
From the Collection:
The French family papers contains documents and photographs from several branches of the family. Included in the materials are correspondences, ledgers, books, certificates, and photographs. Correspondence between him and his wife discusses the move to New Mexico and earlier letters recount J.N. French_s time during the Civil War. There are also J.N. French_s veteran_s badges.
The general collection has complied essays on French family history and various printed publications. Included in the publications are school books of Frances French.
Frances French_s material include materials from her time at NMCA & MA, now New Mexico State University, and material from her involvement in clubs and teaching certificates.
The collection was formerly just the Frances "Fanny" French collection, and after more accessions were found, the collection name was changed to reflect the inclusion of materials from other French family members. The collection is organized chronologically from the older family members, Josiah and Dolly Adams French, to the youngest, Josiah Donald French. Some of the folders, which include correspondence for various family members, remain as they were accessioned to adhere to any provenance given by the creators such as with the Josiah Newell French correspondence.
The general collection has complied essays on French family history and various printed publications. Included in the publications are school books of Frances French.
Frances French_s material include materials from her time at NMCA & MA, now New Mexico State University, and material from her involvement in clubs and teaching certificates.
The collection was formerly just the Frances "Fanny" French collection, and after more accessions were found, the collection name was changed to reflect the inclusion of materials from other French family members. The collection is organized chronologically from the older family members, Josiah and Dolly Adams French, to the youngest, Josiah Donald French. Some of the folders, which include correspondence for various family members, remain as they were accessioned to adhere to any provenance given by the creators such as with the Josiah Newell French correspondence.
Dates
- 1896-1957
Access and Use Restrictions
This material may be examined by researchers under supervised conditions in the Search Room.
Extent
From the Collection: 4.125 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the New Mexico State University Library Archives and Special Collections Repository