Washington Family papers, 1893-1974, bulk 1893-1964
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Plourde, Jeffrey E.
- Abstract:
- This collection documents both business and personal transactions of the Washington family, with particular emphasis on items created or used by Sam Washington, Mary Washington, and Mary Louise Washington Delaney/Delancy.
- Extent:
- 0.21 Linear Feet
- 1 boxes
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
This collection consists of assorted materials documenting the personal and professional lives of the Washingtons, an African American familiy in Florida. Documents and records include tax receipts, real estate records, war ration books, fire insurance policies, motor vehicle registrations for hired transport, beauty and fashion advertisements from the 1920s, and postcard books from France. Many of the documents were issued in Hillsborough County, FL, although select items were issued in such other counties as Gadsden and Duval. The collection also includes two photographs from the late 19th or early 20th century.
- Acquisition information:
Jeffrey E. Plourde
Donation
- Arrangement:
Arranged by item type.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Access and use
- Terms of access:
None. The contents of the collection may be subject to copyright. Visit the United States Copyright Office's website at http://www.copyright.gov/ for more information.
- Location of this collection:
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The University of South Florida, Tampa Campus4202 East Fowler Ave. LIB122TampaFL33620-5400USA
