Scope and Content The collection contains the personal papers of Fabian Chavez, Sr. The papers relate to his work as a carpenter and builder. The collection also contains papers involving the finances of the Santa Clara Catholic Church.

The collection includes an official copy of the baptismal certificate of Fabian Chavez, Sr., son of Eugenio Chavez and Nicanora Baca, signed by Maurice Olier of Parroquia de Sagrado Corazon de Jesus, Watrous, New Mexico.