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James Madison University

Acker Family Diaries, 1880/1906

0.4 cubic feet 1 Hollinger box
The Acker Family Diaries, 1880-1906, consist of one Hollinger box and contains the personal diaries of Rockingham County residents Isaac Acker and his son David. The elder Acker's diaries span the years 1880-1906, while his son's cover 1889-1900. The diaries of both men are similar in that they discuss the day-to-day events in the lives of the Acker family. The collection is arranged in three series: Isaac Acker Diaries, David C. Acker Diaries, and Indices.
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Acker Family Diaries, 1880/1906 0.4 cubic feet 1 Hollinger box

Acker, Isaac, 1832-1908
The Acker Family Diaries, 1880-1906, consist of one Hollinger box and contains the personal diaries of Rockingham County residents Isaac Acker and his son David. The elder Acker's diaries span the years 1880-1906, while his son's cover 1889-1900. The diaries of both men are similar in that they discuss the day-to-day events in the lives of the Acker family. The collection is arranged in three series: Isaac Acker Diaries, David C. Acker Diaries, and Indices.
George Mason University

Adam Bell reward notice for escaped enslaved man named Perry

0.01 Linear Feet 1 folder
Adam Bell reward notice for escaped enslaved man named Perry, written on February 17, 1821.
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James Madison University

Bowman Family Papers, 1765/1998

0.36 cubic feet 3 folders, 1 flat file
The Bowman Family Papers, 1765-1998, consisting of one box and one flat folder, contain various documents related to John Bowman, and his descendants David, Joseph, Alpheus, Solon, and others. These documents include deeds and indentures pertaining to land granted to John Bowman, as well as wills and financial records, and records pertaining to the construction of a new Rader's Church, 1878-1879.
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Bowman Family Papers, 1765/1998 0.36 cubic feet 3 folders, 1 flat file

Bowman family
The Bowman Family Papers, 1765-1998, consisting of one box and one flat folder, contain various documents related to John Bowman, and his descendants David, Joseph, Alpheus, Solon, and others. These documents include deeds and indentures pertaining to land granted to John Bowman, as well as wills and financial records, and records pertaining to the construction of a new Rader's Church, 1878-1879.
James Madison University

Central Virginia Farmer's Diary, 1899

0.12 cubic feet 2 folders
The Central Virginia Farmer's Diary, 1899, documents the activities of an unidentified farmer in central Virginia.
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Central Virginia Farmer's Diary, 1899 0.12 cubic feet 2 folders

Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
The Central Virginia Farmer's Diary, 1899, documents the activities of an unidentified farmer in central Virginia.
George Mason University

Contract transfering temporary service of indentured servant Peyton Cook

0.01 Linear Feet 1 folder
Contract transfering temporary service of indentured servant Peyton Cook, written on January 14, 1860.
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George Mason University

Future Farmers of America, Nokesville Chapter scrapbooks

2 Linear Feet 2 scrapbooks
Two scrapbooks created by the Future Farmers of America (FFA), Nokesville chapter that include, photographs and articles about FFA and Future Homemakers of America (FHA), awards and certificates, competition and event information and programs, 1950 - circa 1983.
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Future Farmers of America, Nokesville Chapter scrapbooks 2 Linear Feet 2 scrapbooks

Future Farmers of America
Two scrapbooks created by the Future Farmers of America (FFA), Nokesville chapter that include, photographs and articles about FFA and Future Homemakers of America (FHA), awards and certificates, competition and event information and programs, 1950 - circa 1983.
James Madison University

Garber and Logan family papers, 1846/1949

0.99 cubic feet 3 boxes
The Garber and Logan Family Papers, 1846-1949, comprise personal receipts of Joseph Garber, genealogy of the Garber Family, and photographs likely taken by John and Emma Logan.
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Garber and Logan family papers, 1846/1949 0.99 cubic feet 3 boxes

Garber family
The Garber and Logan Family Papers, 1846-1949, comprise personal receipts of Joseph Garber, genealogy of the Garber Family, and photographs likely taken by John and Emma Logan.
James Madison University

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society Collection, 1740/1950

3.0 cubic feet 6 boxes, 1 flat folder
This collection consists of approximately 1,700 items, in six boxes and one flat folder, and covers the dates 1740-1950. The collection is comprised of a very wide variety of legal, governmental, business, school, and church records, as well as personal papers, all primarily from the Central Shenandoah Valley (Rockingham, Shenandoah, Augusta, and Page counties). Most are originals, but some facsimiles are included.
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Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society Collection, 1740/1950 3.0 cubic feet 6 boxes, 1 flat folder

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society
This collection consists of approximately 1,700 items, in six boxes and one flat folder, and covers the dates 1740-1950. The collection is comprised of a very wide variety of legal, governmental, business, school, and church records, as well as personal papers, all primarily from the Central Shenandoah Valley (Rockingham, Shenandoah, Augusta, and Page counties). Most are originals, but some facsimiles are included.
James Madison University

Heatwole Family Papers, 1838/2001

2.39 cubic feet 6 boxes
The Heatwole Family Papers, 1838-2001, document descendants of David Heatwole (1767-1842). The collection documents the Virginia Heatwoles, specifically those of Mt. Clinton and Dale Enterprise, as well as the Trumbos of Fulks Run. Materials include correspondence, financial records, personal papers, photographs, and ephemera.
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Heatwole Family Papers, 1838/2001 2.39 cubic feet 6 boxes

Heatwole family
The Heatwole Family Papers, 1838-2001, document descendants of David Heatwole (1767-1842). The collection documents the Virginia Heatwoles, specifically those of Mt. Clinton and Dale Enterprise, as well as the Trumbos of Fulks Run. Materials include correspondence, financial records, personal papers, photographs, and ephemera.
James Madison University

Henkel Family Papers, 1783/1910

2.44 cubic feet 3 boxes
The Henkel Family Papers consists of two Hollinger boxes and one oversize box, and spans a period from 1783 to 1916. The bulk of the collection consists of letters, religious documents, and newspapers and advertisements published by the Henkel Press of New Market, Virginia. Also included are some Henkel family history materials and business documents, and miscellaneous secular materials.
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Henkel Family Papers, 1783/1910 2.44 cubic feet 3 boxes

Henkel family
The Henkel Family Papers consists of two Hollinger boxes and one oversize box, and spans a period from 1783 to 1916. The bulk of the collection consists of letters, religious documents, and newspapers and advertisements published by the Henkel Press of New Market, Virginia. Also included are some Henkel family history materials and business documents, and miscellaneous secular materials.

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