Collections : [Longwood University]

Longwood University

Archives and Special Collections
Greenwood Library
Longwood University
401 Redford Street
Farmville, VA 23909
Primary Collecting Areas:
University Archives, Public Education, Prince Edward County and Local History, Civil Rights in Education.
Description:

The Greenwood Library Archives and Special Collections collects and makes accessible records of historical importance to the university, region, and state. We celebrate curiosity and encourage the exploration of new ideas by engaging with our unique collections.

The Greenwood Library Archives and Special Collections serve as the repository for the Farmville Prince Edward County Historical Society and the Moton Museum.

Phone: (434) 395-2432
Fax: (434) 395-2453
Start Over Repository Longwood University Date range 1981

George William Jeffers Collection 4.8 Linear Feet 4.8 Linear Feet

Jeffers, George William.

This collection, contained in nine archival boxes, is divided into the following series: Correspondence - All correspondence, with the exception of personal correspondence, are in chronological order. Personal correspondence is arranged alphabetically by the correspondent's last name. Manuscripts - contains a variety of articles written by Dr. Jeffers and texts of addresses given by Dr. Jeffers. This series also contains a draft (typed, with corrections) of a book written by Dr. Jeffers (The Bastards' Book). Included in this series are bits and pieces of stories written by Dr. Jeffers that appear to be autobiographical. Personal and Biographical Materials - contains a collection of materials that Dr. Jeffers kept with his personal papers and that relate to some aspect of his life and career. Included are a birth certificate, educational information, employment information, newspaper clippings, and a personal notebook. This series also includes scrapbook materials with miscellaneous writings, clippings, and photographs that were significant to Dr. Jeffers. There is also an informal notebook filled with random handwritten notes and typed stories. The notebook is entitled "Chats with Jarman and More." Teaching and research - contains research that Dr. Jeffers used in writing articles, including notes and clippings. This series also includes a variety of miscellaneous print materials dealing with organizations in which Dr. Jeffers was actively involved. In addition there is a series of Articles and Newspaper Clippings collected by Dr. Jeffers, as well as a series of photographs.

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Greenwood Library Construction Project 4.0 Linear Feet {DACS (2.5) Extent – This element indicates the extent and the physical nature of the materials being described. This is handled in two parts, a number (quantity and an expression of the extent or material type)}

This collection contains materials from 1980-1991.

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Harwood Family Collection .65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box and 1 archival photograph binder

Warren, H.E. (Howell Edmunds.)

This collection, which dates from 1806 to 1983, consists of property deeds, correspondence, wills, photographs, and genealogical materials.

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