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Lillie Ranch Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-793-SC

Scope and Content

This collection of letters describes problems at the Lillie Ranch in Kelly (Socorro County), N.M. in the late 1800s. Two letters are written to Sara J. Boggs by Lt. S. W. Fountain (8th U.S. Cavalry) near Alma, NM, detailing an incident with the Indians in which her brother, John Lillie, was killed and his house burned. Fountain also mentions an incident in which Geronimo was supposed to surrender to General Crook, but did not.

The bulk of the letters (7) are written by Thomas P. Williams, who owned the ranch next to the Lillie ranch, and was caretaking the Lillie ranch after John Lillie's death. In his letters, Williams conveys information to Dr. J. H. Lillie, father of John Lillie, about the ranch, the cattle, the Indians, the harsh winter. He speaks of financial problems, repeatedly asking to be paid for his work.

Another letter is written by W. M. Chenning, Deputy Probate Clerk and Recorder advising Dr. Lillie about his son's estate.

Dates

  • 1885-1889

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of CSWR material is allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for compiliance with all copyright, privacy, and libel laws. Permission is required for publication or distribution.

Extent

1 Folder

Abstract

This small collection of letters illuminates life at the Lillie Ranch in Kelly (Socorro County), N.M. in the late 1800s. The letters detail problems on the ranch and with the Indians.
Title
Finding Aid of the Lillie Ranch Letters, 1885-1889
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
B. Silbergleit
Date
© 2007
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Revision Statements

  • Monday, 20210524: Attribute normal is missing or blank.

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451