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2081	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	The Quintus Fernando Collection1969-1999 ead
	Date(s):	1969-1999
	Abstract:	This collection contains philatelic material collected and created by Quintus Fernando between 1969 and 1999. Quintus Fernando, originally from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), was a stamp collector that specialized in Mexican Stamps. His other areas of interest were stamps from Bolivia, Nicaragua, Ceylon and Australia. He had many award winning stamp exhibitions that included original research. The papers consist of photos, award certificates, catalogs, and collected articles. Exhibition documents, original manuscripts and research are included.
	Repository:	Peggy J. Slusser Memorial Philatelic Library
	Subjects:	Postage stamps–Australia. \| Postage stamps–Bolivia. \| Postage stamps—Exhibitions. \| Postage stamps—Forgeries—Mexico. \| Postage stamps—Latin America. \| Postage stamps—Mexico. \| Postage stamps—Nicaragua. \| Postage stamps–Sri Lanka. \| Stamp collectors.
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2082	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	APS Childs-Irving Records 1904-2004, predominantly 1906-1943 ead
	Date(s):	1904-2004, predominantly 1906-1943
	Abstract:	The APS Childs-Irving hydroelectric power plant was located between Strawberry and Camp Verde, Arizona, and was constructed in 1908 at the base of the Mogollon Rim, harnessing water from Fossil Spring. It supplied power to Yavapai County and even Phoenix during the 1920’s. The collection is organized into administrative records (including stockholder, construction, photographs and operations), historical materials, miscellaneous records, and a photo album. Two oversized drawers contain maps, sketches, historical drawings, and notes. One is processed (see container list) and the other is not.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
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2083	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Alta Vista Garden Club Records, SHM MS-36 1963-2009 ead
	Date(s):	1963-2009
	Abstract:	Alta Vista Garden Club was organized and became a Federated Garden Club starting in 1951. The Club was initially started in order to stimulate interest in and knowledge of the different forms of gardening, to aid in the protection of native trees, plants and wildlife and to promote general civic improvements in the City of Prescott. These records consists of organization history, copies of news clippings regarding the Alta Vista Garden Club, a club docent’s project notebook, local garden center flyers or handouts and scrapbooks of the Club from 1963-1971 and 1980-1981.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Gardens \| Gardens--Design \| Horticulture \| Master gardeners \| Women garners
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2084	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	American Association of University Women Records 1946 - present ead
	Date(s):	1946 - present
	Abstract:	The American Association of University Women Records (AAUW) contains administrative records, membership records, publications, scrapbooks, and photographs documenting the activities of the organization.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Education. \| Public policy. \| Thumb Sketch Mewsletter
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2085	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Arizona American Revolutionary Bicentennial Commission Records, SHM MS-40 1970-1975 ead
	Date(s):	1970-1975
	Abstract:	This collection consists of planning, reports, and correspondence related to the events and activities of the American Bicentennial Celebration. It particularly focuses on events in Arizona. Many materials are also included from the American Revolutionary Bicentennial Commission. Bicentennial events were coordinated by a Bicentennial Commission. A Prescott Bicentennial Committee was formed from Prescott people. The local committee identified projects, approved them, and sent them to the state and requested funds. Some of the most significant projects that were done were the moving of the Bashford House and the formation of the Yavapai Heritage Foundation for surveying historic properties. Cleaning up the Granite Creek was another notable project. These projects were administered by the state commission.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Bashford House
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2086	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	A. F. Banta Papers, SHM MS-9 1890-1924, 1969 ead
	Date(s):	1890-1924, 1969
	Abstract:	Albert Franklin Banta was an Arizona pioneer who served as an Indian Scout, mail carrier, postmaster, miner and newspaperman. He served on the Territorial Legislature under the name “Charles Franklin” and played a critical role in the creation of Apache County. He founded the Arizona Miner newspaper in Prescott and established the St. John’s Observer in St. John’s Arizona. The collection contains records for his various roles as well as financial and personal papers. There is a rich collection of correspondence regarding many historical facts in Arizona’s history.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Newspapers \| Indian Scout \| Arizona Territorial Legislature
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2087	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Bork Family Papers, SHM MS-19 1863-2002 ead
	Date(s):	1863-2002
	Abstract:	Albert William (Bill) Bork was a second-generation native of Prescott, born in August 1906, in the Arizona Territory. After receiving his Doctor in Letters, he accepted a position in Mexico City where he later served as the Dean of Undergraduate Studies at Mexico City College. This collection consists of personal records of the Bork family as well as materials from Mr. Bork’s involvement with the Smoki People in Prescott. He was also an avid philatelic collector and his collection is included. Photographs of the Bork family and Smoki People are also included in the collection.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Stamp Collecting
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2088	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Stan and Ruth Brown Papers, SHM MS-22 1863-2011 ead
	Date(s):	1863-2011
	Abstract:	A retired, United Methodist pastor, Stanley C. Brown and his wife, Ruth, lived in several areas in Arizona. This collection is an accumulation of his work as a researcher, author, historian, teacher, and lecturer. It also includes his collection of photographs from research trips and other sources. Most of the papers are copies of his writings whether a lecture, a presentation, a column or a book. There are many transcripts of oral histories included in the collection, mostly from the Rim country and central Arizona. The collection also includes indexes of writings, oral histories, etc.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Apache Indian \| Butterfield Overland Stage Line. \| Oral histories. \| The Immigrant by Stanley Brown
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2089	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Mike Burns (Hoomothya) Papers, SHM MS-8 1881-2010 (Bulk Dates 1923-2010) ead
	Date(s):	1881-2010 (Bulk Dates 1923-2010)
	Abstract:	Hoomothya (a.k.a. Mike Burns) was the only surviving Yavapai tribal member from the December 1872, Skeleton Cave Massacre, which took place in Arizona between the Yavapai Indians and the US Army. Hoomothya was orphaned as a result of the slaughter of his extended family at Skeleton Cave. Captured by the troops who killed this band of Yavapais, he was taken in as a temporary ward by Captain James Burns, who gave Hoomothya the anglicized name of Mike Burns. This collection contains background information on Mike Burns; the Carlisle Indian School in Carlisle, Pennsylvania; and the Skeleton Cave in Arizona. The collection includes Burns’ correspondence with various individuals about his memoir, requests for assistance in its publication and several versions of the Burn’s manuscript.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Skeleton Cave Massacre \| United States Indian School (Carlisle, Pa.)
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2090	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Thomas E. Campbell Papers 1878-1981 ead
	Date(s):	1878-1981
	Abstract:	Thomas E. Campbell was born and raised in Prescott, Arizona and throughout his lifetime worked as an Arizona postmaster, Yavapai County assessor, Arizona State tax commissioner, is a veteran of the Spanish American War and he was elected as the State of Arizona second Governor. This collection is a small personal/family oriented collection which consists of family materials, Campbell’s gubernatorial letters - mostly of a ceremonial nature - news clippings and photographs.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Arizona Governor (1919-1923: Campbell) \| Rough Rider Troop
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2091	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Jane Carter Photographs, SHM PC-2 1951-1984 ead
	Date(s):	1951-1984
	Abstract:	The collection consists of prints and negatives of photos taken by Mrs. Carter and her family. She was a professional photographer. Some photographs are reprints of historic images from Sharlot Hall Museum. The collection includes a small number of reprints of photos taken by others. The collection includes many aerial photographs of the Prescott area. Much of the collection is Frontier Days and Rodeo photographs.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Frontier and pioneer life--Arizona--Prescott Region.
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2092	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	City of Prescott Historic Preservation Ordinances Development Records, SHM MS-43 1963-2005 ead
	Date(s):	1963-2005
	Abstract:	Citizens of Prescott became aware of the value of historic properties along with the year-long (1964) celebration of the founding of Prescott in 1864. By the early 1970’s, an organized movement was initiated as Yavapai Heritage Foundation, seeking not only to recognize the Prescott assets, but also to offer consultation and guidance to other communities in the region of The Central Arizona Highlands. Records of activities and formal recognition are included in this collection as an adjunct to similar records archived in SHM-MS-38, The Yavapai Heritage Collection.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
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2093	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Kate T. Cory Papers and Photos, SHM MS-24 1612-2011 (Bulk Dates 1905-1912) ead
	Date(s):	1612-2011 (Bulk Dates 1905-1912)
	Abstract:	The Kate T. Cory Papers and Photos contains transcripts, notes and photographs depicting Cory’s observations of the Hopi Indians, while she lived with the tribe from 1905 to 1912. The collection also includes personal papers and correspondence, as well as correspondence generated by Leroy Eslow in his attempt to have Cory’s works published. In addition, there is an assortment of research documents and photographs collected by Nancy Kirkpatrick Wright relating to Cory and her work as an ethnographer.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Buffalo dance \| Hopi art \| Hopi Indians \| Hopi Indians--Arizona \| Hopi Indians--Social life and customs \| Hopi painting \| Kachina dolls \| Snake dance
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2094	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Edith Dial Photos, SHM PC-11 1877-1953 (Bulk Dates: 1922-1935) ead
	Date(s):	1877-1953 (Bulk Dates: 1922-1935)
	Abstract:	This collection consists of black and white photographs of the Dial family as the proprietors of the Hotel Vendome in Prescott, Arizona. The images include photos of John, Edith and Frances Dial, the Hotel Vendome and guests; Smoki ceremonies, Yavapai County Courthouse and downtown Prescott, as well as other locations surrounding Prescott such as Granite Dell and the Grand Canyon National Park. The collection also includes news clippings and family documents.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Sheriff’s Office – Deputies \| State Livestock Inspector
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2095	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Leroy E. Eslow Photos 1898, 1907-1977, unknown ead
	Date(s):	1898, 1907-1977, unknown
	Abstract:	This collection provides a rich view of many people, places and events that took place mostly in the 1950’s and 1960’s in the larger Prescott area. It includes portraits and photographs of people who lived in the area as well as events such as the Smoki People organization, Yavapai County Fair, and Prescott Frontier Days. Also included are area ranches and local scenery. Albums included are the Iron Spring’s summer homes and Del Rio Basin Pipeline. A significant portion of the collection is negatives.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Agricultural exhibitions \| Baseball \| Calf roping \| Cattle ranches \| Coaster cars \| Dude ranches--Arizona \| Hunting \| Indian dance \| Iron Springs Summer Homes \| Landscapes \| Parades \| People \| Pipes (Conduits) \| Prescott (Ariz.)—Aerial views—Facsimiles \| Prescott (Ariz.)—History \| Prescott (Ariz.)—Social life and customs \| Ranch houses \| Ranches \| Ranches—Arizona \| Rangelands \| Rebekah (Biblical Matriarch) – in rabbinical literature \| Rodeo Animals \| Rodeo Performances – United States \| Rodeo Performers \| Rodeo Riders \| Rodeos \| Rodeos—Arizona—Prescott--History \| Rough Rider Monument (Prescott, Ariz.) \| Skull Valley Station - Arizona \| Water – Pipes
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2096	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Dixon Fagerberg Family Papers, SHM MS-41 1897–2005 ead
	Date(s):	1897–2005
	Abstract:	The two-part collection consists of Series 1, various handwritten or printed items compiled by Dixon Fagerberg Sr and his spouse Amy. Series 2 consists of printed documents related to Dixon Fagerberg Jr which include miscellaneous business accounting reports and newspaper clippings, including newspaper photos, along with one copy of a book he authored, Meeting the Four O’Clock Train and Other Stories, and related publisher galley prints as well as a transcript of two articles he authored and a leather-bond Bible.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Congregational Sunday School
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2097	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Fennell Family Papers, SHM MS-44 1828-1895 ead
	Date(s):	1828-1895
	Abstract:	The Fennell Family Papers reflect the personal and business lives of mining engineer Cecil G. Fennell and his family. Cecil, a native of England, developed many mining projects throughout the United States. This collection includes correspondence, photographs, business records - including ledgers and journals, relating to Mr. Fennell and his family, especially his daughter, Geraldine (Gerry), who was a four-term Arizona State Representative and successful realtor.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Commercial real estate. \| Mines and mineral resources \| Ranching.
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2098	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Sarah Folsom Papers 1921-2001 (Bulk Dates: 1952-1969) ead
	Date(s):	1921-2001 (Bulk Dates: 1952-1969)
	Abstract:	Sarah Blanton Folsom was a dynamic, innovative educator who served six terms as Yavapai County School Superintendent, and was serving in her third term as Arizona State Superintendent of Public Instruction when she tragically passed away at the age of 53. This collection includes correspondence, personal notes, speeches, newspaper articles, photos, and personal scrapbooks.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Education \| Educators \| Kindergarten
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2099	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	John “Danny” Freeman Papers, SHM MS-6 1947-2000 ead
	Date(s):	1947-2000
	Abstract:	John Daniel “Danny” Freeman was born in 1911 on a cattle and wheat ranch near Tulia, Texas. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture in May 1935, from New Mexico State University. He worked for the United States Soil Conservation Service and as a Range Examiner. He did range surveys, soil erosion studies, and determined capacities for area ranches in cooperation with the CCC and WPA. He became an area conservationist overseeing range management issues for five northern Arizona counties and worked with dozens of area ranchers to promote modern scientific methods of ranch management. He served in Vietnam as an agricultural advisor. He was highly involved in the Society for Range Management, the Yavapai County Fair Association, the Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo, and Cattle Growers’ Association.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum
	Subjects:	Area Conservationist \| Lehman Lovegrass \| Matt Culley Collection \| Pioneer Stockman \| Yavapai Calf Sale
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2100	Author:	unknown	Add to Favorites
	Title:	Gardner Family Papers, SHM MS-7 1850-1997 ead
	Date(s):	1850-1997
	Abstract:	James I. Gardner came to Prescott to seek his fortune. After observing, working and saving, he was able to acquire a store in Prescott, and even opened a store in Jerome, Arizona for a time. His son became a rancher and cowboy in his own rite. Many family members still work and live in Arizona. This collection primarily consists of ledger books from J. I. Merchantile, but also includes photos and negatives of family, friends and travel.
	Repository:	Sharlot Hall Museum Library & Archives
	Subjects:	Military Parade
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