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Demetrio Chavez and Joseph H. Reynolds family papers
Collection
Identifier: Ms-0560
Abstract
Papers and financial records related to Demetrio Chavez and Joseph H. Reynolds families. Includes: papers related to the settlement of the estate of Demetrio Chavez, administered by William Charles Reynolds, 1905-1915; deeds and financial records mostly related to debts owed to Demetrio Chavez for loans, 1889-1904; correspondence and financial documents between Demetrio Chavez and George W. Wood, 1893-1904; correspondence and financial documents between Demetrio Chavez and Albert Bacon Fall,...
Dates:
1888 - 1915
George Griggs family papers
Collection
Identifier: Ms-0032
Abstract
Mesilla, New Mexico museum owner, Mexican government official, compiler of historical and mining data, one time director of the State Mineral Exhibit and author of The Mines of Chihuahua. Includes bank statements, bills, newspaper and magazine clippings, memorandum No. 2 from the Commission Internacional de Limites Entre Mexico y Los Estados Unidos, correspondence, research, articles, deeds, redemption certificates, account books, drawings, a handbill, items from...
Dates:
1900-1954
Institute of Historical Survey Foundation Oral Histories
Collection
Identifier: Ms-0573
Abstract
Oral histories conducted by the Institute of Historical Survey Foundation (IHSF), subjects covered include regional and local topics such as farming in the Mesilla Valley, reminisces of residing in Grant County to ranching in west Texas. The collection spans from the 1960s-2001.
Dates:
Majority of material found in 1966-2012
Louis William Geck Papers,
Collection
Identifier: 1986-032
Scope and Content
Collection consists of the papers of Louis William Geck. Included are military service records, land records, district court case records, records pertaining to the Civil War and the occupation of Mesilla, records pertaining to Geck's pension, guardianship records, and family papers and photographs. Military service records include his military bounty claims. Land records include conveyances and deeds for land in Dona Ana County and Mesilla, New Mexico. District court records pertain to...
Dates:
1846-1985 (bulk 1846-1892)
Mary Daniels Taylor papers
Collection
Identifier: Ms-0162
Abstract
The research, writing, and personal papers of Mary Daniels Taylor, dating from 1848-2007. Most of the materials range from 1976-2004. The collection contains family history papers, drafts and research files and correspondence for the books Mary Taylor published as well as for other topics, church and civic activity, and a number of photographs and maps. In addition, Mary Taylor collected original documents from a number of Mesilla residents, including Father Jean Grance, Pearla Alidib, and...
Dates:
1848-2007; Majority of material found in 1976-2004