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21	Author:	Hancock, James C., 1860-	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Comments by James Hancock on Walter Noble Burns' Book Tombstone circa 1930 ead
	Date(s):	circa 1930
	Abstract:	James Hancock lived in Tombstone at the time of the O.K. Corral gunfight. Notes indicate his comments were written in Paradise, Arizona on March 30 and 31, probably in the 1930's. Typescript (carbon) prepared by Guy J. Giffen, California author, of marginal notes made by J. C. Hancock in his copy of Tombstone: an Illiad of the Southwest.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona -- Tombstone. \| Violence -- Arizona -- Tombstone -- History -- 19th century.
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22	Author:	United States. Army. Department of the Missouri.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	United States Army, Military Division of the Missouri correspondence 1878-1880 ead
	Date(s):	1878-1880
	Abstract:	Photocopies of 118 documents, chiefly official correspondence and printed orders related to Captain Nicholas Nolan, 10th Cavalry, from 1878 to 1880. Letters from the winter of 1879 concern the escort and protection of reservation Indians on a hunting expedition, including Kiowas, Comanches and Pawnees. In the summer and fall of 1880, while stationed at Fort Quitman, Texas, Nolan cooperated with Mexican forces along the Rio Grande River, in the pursuit of Indians with the Apache chief, Victorio. Correspondents include Henry O. Flipper and P.B. Hunt.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	African American soldiers -- History -- 19th century. \| Apache Indians -- Wars. \| Comanche Indians -- Wars. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Oklahoma. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Texas. \| Indians of North America -- West (U.S.) -- Government relations -- 1869-1934. \| Kiowa Indians -- Wars. \| Pawnee Indians -- Wars.
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23	Author:	Clum, John Philip, 1851-1932	Add to Favorites
	Title:	John Philip Clum collection, 1874-1917 ead
	Date(s):	1874-1917
	Abstract:	The John P. Clum collection is divided into two subgroups: records of Clum's tenure at the San Carlos Apache Indian Agency, 1874-1878, and documents relating to his career, 1880-1917 chronological arrangement. This collection includes, photocopies of San Carlos Indian Agency reports, abstracts of disbursements, vouchers, accounts current, and auditor's reports pertaining to Clum's work at the Agency from 1874-1878. Also information and correspondence regarding his employment from 1880-1917 in the War Dept. and the Post Office Dept., as well as his lecture tours for the Southern Pacific Railroad.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Apache Indians -- Government relations \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona \| Indian agents -- Arizona
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24	Author:	West, Frank, 1850-1923	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Frank West journal, 1884-1885 ead
	Date(s):	1884-1885
	Abstract:	Contains a handwritten journal recording military marches from Fort Huachuca, Arizona, to Fort Craig, New Mexico; from Fort Craig to Fort Wingate; and from Fort Wingate to Deming, New Mexico, during the Apache campaign. Includes logs of miles traveled, maps, and some biographical information.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Apache Indians -- Wars, 1883-1886 -- Personal narratives \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, New
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25	Author:	Fierman, Floyd S.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Floyd S. Fierman papers, circa 1850-1997 1870-1970 ead
	Date(s):	circa 1850-1997
	Abstract:	The material in this collection is organized into groupings according to the geographic location of the Jewish individuals, families, or institutions researched. These subjects and individuals are arranged alphabetically. There may be some overlap within the collection.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Jews -- New Mexico -- History \| Jews -- Texas -- History \| Frontier and pioneer life -- New Mexico \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Texas \| Synagogues -- New Mexico \| Synagogues -- Texas \| Rabbis -- New Mexico \| Rabbis -- Texas \| Commerce -- New Mexico -- History \| Commerce -- Texas -- History \| Jewish merchants -- New Mexico \| Jewish merchants -- Texas \| Sephardim -- New Mexico
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26	Author:	Dedera, Don	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Don Dedera Papers 1955-2008 ead
	Date(s):	1955-2008
	Abstract:	The Don Dedera Papers consist of records spanning early family history, college journalism experience, civic and community involvement, military service, and Dedera's well documented writing career.
	Repository:	Arizona State University Library. Greater Arizona Collection
	Subjects:	Vietnam War, 1961-1975 -- Journalists. \| Journalism -- Arizona. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona -- Pleasant Valley.
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27	Author:	Clum, John P., 1851-1932	Add to Favorites
	Title:	John P. Clum papers, 1860-1970 (bulk, 1874-1932) ead
	Date(s):	1860-1970 (bulk, 1874-1932)
	Abstract:	Collection consists of the papers of John P. Clum and family. Correspondence, diaries, scrapbooks, photographs, typescripts, newspaper and magazine articles are by or about John P. Clum; a smaller quantity of typescripts, reprints, and biographical items concern John's son Woodworth Clum. Much of the material consists of writings by the Clums and others about the Apache Indians, Geronimo's capture, and events in Tombstone, Arizona.
	Repository:	Univeristy of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona -- Cochise County \| Apache Indians -- Government relations -- History \| Apache Indians -- Photographs
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28	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Mormons in Arizona, 1873-1948 (bulk 1873-1888) ead
	Date(s):	1873-1948
	Abstract:	Historical sketches, minutes of meetings, letters, journals, diaries, and autobiographical sketches including histories written by R.E. Porter and George S. Tanner relating to Mormon settlements in Arizona, chiefly at Joseph City and other points along the Little Colorado River. Includes minutes and letters of the United Order of Joseph City; and letters and extracts of news stories regarding the Little Colorado River Stake. Journals, diaries, and autobiographical sketches of Mormon pioneers in Arizona are present for William C. Allen, John A. Blythe, James S. Brown, Daniel H. McAllister, Joseph H. Richards, Andrew S. Rogers, William H. Solomon, Brigham Stowell, John W. Tate, and the McLaws, Bradshaw, and Owens families.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona. \| Mormons -- Arizona -- History. \| Mormons -- Utah -- History. \| Pioneers -- Arizona.
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29	Author:	Burns, Walter Noble	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Walter Noble Burns papers, 1908-1964 (bulk 1922-1932) ead
	Date(s):	1908-1964 (bulk 1922-1932)
	Abstract:	This collection contains manuscripts, notes, correspondence, photographs, clippings, and related material. Several drafts of the manuscripts for The Saga of Billy the Kid, 1925, Tombstone: An Iliad of the Southwest, 1927, The One Way Ride, 1931 and The Robin Hood of El Dorado: the Saga of Joaquin Murrieta, 1932, are present. Correspondents, including Wyatt Earp and various others, relate their experiences.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) \| Outlaws -- New Mexico -- Lincoln County \| Outlaws -- Arizona -- Tombstone \| Western stories
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30	Author:	American Legion. Department of Arizona.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Letter, 1920 Apr., Phoenix (Ariz.), to Clarence Wagner, Lordsburg (N.M) 1920 ead
	Date(s):	1920
	Abstract:	Stencilled letter from Dept. Adjutant, Dudley W. Windes, regarding veterans' homesteading at Sentinel Dam Site.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona. \| Homesites -- Arizona. \| Sentinel Dam (Ariz.)
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31	Author:	United States. Army. Quartermaster Corps.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	United States Army, Quartermaster Corps. invoices 1849 ead
	Date(s):	1849
	Abstract:	Contains two holograph duplicate invoices for building materials and tools sent for the construction of "the Fort on the River Gila." The invoices were signed and dated by Bvt. Lt. Col. S. McRee, Quartermaster, U.S. Army, St. Louis, Mo. on May 12 and June 7, 1849. The invoice dated June 7 consists of one leaf; that of May 12, consists of three pages. The lists include weights and quantities for diverse items such as quarry picks, wheel segments, paint brushes, cooking stoves, door locks, glue and glue pots, grind stones, linseed oil, plows, window glass, plugs of feathers, and white lead. Items were sent to an unnamed "Acting Quartermaster," and items not received were so noted.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Fortification -- Southwest, New -- History -- 19th century -- Sources. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, New -- Sources
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32	Author:	Blachly, Lou	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Papers of Lou Blachly, 1827-1965 ead
	Date(s):	1827-1965
	Abstract:	Includes correspondence, reports, manuscripts, diaries, photographs, poetry, souvenir ephemera, and newspapers of the Bradley and Blachly families.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life -- Colorado \| Frontier and pioneer life -- New Mexico \| Women pioneers -- Colorado \| Missions, Medical -- Thailand -- History -- 19th century \| Reconstruction (1939-1951) -- Africa, North \| Reconstruction (1939-1951) -- Germany \| Wild flowers -- Arizona \| Bird watching -- United States -- Guidebooks \| Birds -- United States \| World War, 1939-1945 -- Food supply \| World War, 1939-1945 -- Economic aspects -- Africa, North \| World War, 1939-1945 -- Economic aspects -- Germany \| World War, 1939-1945 -- Destruction and pillage -- Germany
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33	Author:	Roberts, Sarah Ellen.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Canadian History 1906-1915 ead
	Date(s):	1906-1915
	Abstract:	Photocopy of manuscript accompanied by a typed transcription. Autobiographical account of the homesteading experiences of the Roberts family: Sarah, her physician husband, and their three sons, Frank, Lathrop, and Brockway. It begins in western Canada in 1906, and ends when they return to the United States in 1911.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Farm life -- Alberta -- History -- Sources. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Alberta. \| Women pioneers -- Alberta.
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34	Author:	Foster, Nancy Melvina, 1869-1961.	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Nancy Melvina Foster reminiscences 1871-1921 ead
	Date(s):	1871-1921
	Abstract:	One holographic manuscript, probably written in 1937. In it, Nancy Melvina Foster recounts her experiences, from 1871-1921, of homesteading in Arizona, farming in California, and life in the mining camps of Arizona and New Mexico. Genealogy sheet enclosed.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Farm life -- California -- History -- Sources. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, New. \| Women pioneers -- Southwest, New -- Biography.
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35	Author:	Zimmerman, Tony, 1892-1996	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Tony Zimmerman papers 1929-2007 ead
	Date(s):	1929-2007
	Abstract:	This collection contains the manuscripts of Tony Zimmerman who was a contributor to the development of Mount Lemmon. The writings are largely short stories that cover topics from personal and family history to commentary pieces. Also included are photographs and personal materials.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	American literature -- Southwest, New. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- Arizona. \| Lemmon, Mount (Ariz.) -- History.
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36	Author:	Murphy, William J. (William John), 1839-1923 Murphy, Laura Fulwiler, 1845-1943	Add to Favorites
	Title:	William J. and Laura (Fulwiler) Murphy Papers 1781-1983 1872-1924 ead
	Date(s):	1781-1983
	Abstract:	The William J. and Laura (Fulwiler) Murphy Papers consist of correspondence, financial records, certificates, printed matter, and unpublished manuscripts extending from 1781 to 1983. The bulk of the collection houses letters from William J. Murphy to his wife Laura regarding family matters and his efforts to secure funding for the construction of the Arizona Canal and for agricultural and commercial land development in Phoenix, Arizona from 1872 to 1924.
	Repository:	Arizona State University Library Greater Arizona Collection
	Subjects:	Canals -- Arizona -- Phoenix -- History \| Citrus fruit industry -- Arizona -- Phoenix -- History \| Frontier and Pioneer Life -- Arizona \| Irrigation -- Arizona -- Phoenix -- History
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37	Author:	Day family	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Day Family Collection, 1841-1977 (bulk 1870-1940) ead
	Date(s):	1841-1977 (bulk 1870-1940)
	Abstract:	The Day family were traders on the Navajo Nation (then the Navajo Indian Reservation) in eastern Arizona. The collection includes the personal and business papers of Sam Day, Sr. (1845-1925) surveyor, trader, legislator and United States Indian Commissioner; Anna Day, Sam Sr.'s wife (1872-1932); and of their children, Charles L. Day (1879-1918), Samuel Day, Jr. (1889-1944), United States deputy Marshall. The collection includes information on Navajo culture, stories and legends; the looting of Canyon del Muerta, and the Frank Dugan murder. The collection also contains 91 photographs depicting trading posts and eastern Arizona scenes.
	Repository:	Cline Library. Special Collections and Archives Department.
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life--Arizona (Territory) \| Indian traders. \| Navajo Indians--Economic conditions. \| Navajo Indians--Politics and government. \| Tourism--Arizona.
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38	Author:	Unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	New Mexico Territorial Covers Collection [1874]-1912 ead
	Date(s):	[1874]-1912
	Abstract:	This collection includes covers, postcards and letters mailed from towns in New Mexico during the state’s territorial period. Items of interest include real photo postcards which show images of: the Alvarado in Albuquerque (postmarked Anapra 1908); the Catholic Church in Las Cruces (postmarked Acme 1909); the Overland Limited Train (postmarked Black Tower 1910); Deming, NM (postmarked Carne 1912); a cattle ranch near Portales (postmarked Carter, 1907); a birdseye view of Folsom (postmarked Cuates, 1911); the Institute for the Blind, Alamogordo (postmarked Carrizozo); the hospital at Dawson, 1909; Main Street, Tucumcari, (postmarked Dodson 1911); Mexican Revolution politician Federico Gonzalez Garza (postmarked Elephant Butte 1911); Main Street, Melrose (postmarked House 1910); Tucumcari High School (postmarked Hanley 1911); the wholesale district, El Paso, (postmarked Lanark 1908); unknown building in Lamy, 1906; Main Street Las Cruces, 1908; the Church at Isleta Pueblo (postmarked Leopold 1906); St. Anthony’s Sanitarium at Las Vegas, 1910 (Postmarked Levy and Porvenir 1910); Lodge at Cloudcroft, (postmarked Mountain Park); Bravo Ranch Quarters (postmarked Nara Visa 1908); Chaves Courthouse in Roswell (postmarked Orchard Park 1911) Pipeline from Mountains (postmarked Orogrande 1907); Alameda Park Depot and Office Bldg, Alamogordo (postmarked Oscuro 1908); President Porfirio Diaz in a parade at El Paso (postmarked Pearl 1909); Souvenir of Silver Springs, (postmarked Silver Springs 1911); View of Sylanite (postmarked Sylvanite 1909); Street Scene, Silver City (postmarked Tyrone, 1910). A number of picture cachets are also in the collection, including: a cachet of St. Michaels College (postmarked Santa Fe 1889); a cachet with a map of Colorado and New Mexico (postmarked Lookout 1880); and a cachet for “A. Gusdorf Grain Mill (postmarked Ranches of Taos, 1888). Letters in the collection include: a letter from a teacher describing Christmas celebrations and social events in 1907 in Alma; letters about the economy (lumber, farming, mining), horses and people and a postcard, from Copperton, 1905; a letter from a German speaking soldier at, Fort Stanton, 1886; a letter about Statehood Day and taxes (postmarked Lakewood, 1912); a letter about house construction in Madison; a letter saying “thanks for the tobacco” and about organizing a Breeder’s Association in Mesilla, 1906; a letter with details of raising and selling hogs, Ruidoso, 1911; a letter about bad condition of the church and school, Silver City, 1909; and a letter which is described as the writers “last correspondence from the New Mexico Territory”. Other interesting items include: a cover from Gascom dated 1900, signed by the postmaster on the closing date of the post office; a handwritten postmark, dated 1878, Loma Parda; a handwritten postmark and letter from Turquesa 1881; a postmark from the KC and La Jolla RPO (postmarked Melrose, 1908); covers from 1874 and 1875, Santa Fe.
	Repository:	Postal History Foundation, Peggy J. Slusser Memorial Philatelic Library
	Subjects:	New Mexico -- History. \| Postal Service -- New Mexico. \| Postcards -- New Mexico. \| Mining -- New Mexico -- History. \| Frontier and pioneer life -- New Mexico -- History.
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39	Author:	Postal History Foundation, collector	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Arizona Post Offices Photograph Collection 1873-2012 ead
	Date(s):	1873-2012
	Abstract:	This collection contains photographs of Arizona post offices, postmasters, and associated employees.
	Repository:	Postal History Foundation, Peggy J. Slusser Memorial Philatelic Library
	Subjects:	Post offices--Arizona. \| Postal Service--Arizona--History. \| Postmasters--Arizona--History. \| Frontier and pioneer life--Arizona--History. \| Photographs.
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40	Author:	Mazzanovich, Anton	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Anton Mazzanovich Papers, ead
	Date(s):	unknown
	Abstract:	The collection contains correspondence, diary, newspaper clippings, articles, theater programs, photographs, and other materials relating to Anton Mazzanovich's experiences in Arizona and New Mexico, and his theatrical activities in New York. The materials date from 1885-1934, with the bulk of materials dating from 1924 through 1934.
	Repository:	University of Arizona Libraries, Special Collections
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life. \| Apache Indians -- Wars. \| Apache Indians -- Photographs. \| Theater -- United States. \| Cities and towns -- Arizona -- History -- Photographs.
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