William B. Jarvis papers,
| Author/creator | Jarvis, William B. |
| Format | Archival & Manuscript Material |
| Description | 0.073 cubic ft. (12 items) |
| Supplemental Content | Finding aid |
| Subjects |
| Scope and content | The bulk of the collection consists of Bible records, genealogical notes, and newspaper clippings pertaining to the Jarvis and related families, including the Parker, Brooks, and Wallace families. These families are primarily from Pitt County; the Wallaces migrated to Colorado. Two items of particular interest are a cipher book (ca. 1822) and a photograph of the old sanctuary building of Memorial Baptist Church in Greenville, N.C., along with a commentary on the church. Miscellaneous items include a copy of a photograph of Dr. W. C. Abott; an issue of Agents Monthly, which was put out by the Monumental Bronze Company, and a clipping describing Dr. Charles J. O'Hagan and his activities at the State Medical Convention in Charlotte. |
| Access restriction | No access restrictions. |
| Cite as | William B. Jarvis Papers (#423), Special Collections Department, J. Y. Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA. |
| Terms of use | Literary rights to specific documents are retained by the authors or their descendants in accordance with U.S. copyright law. |
| Acquisitions source | Joyner- Gift of Mr. Dannie B. Wooten. |
| Biographical note | The Jarvis family resided in Pitt County, N.C., during the 19th century. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Manuscript Collection | #423 - DOES NOT CIRCULATE | ✔ Available | Request Material |