Sawyer-Harris papers.
| Author/creator | Sawyer, John William creator. |
| Format | Archival & Manuscript Material |
| Production | 1801-1992. |
| Description | 0.15 Cubic ft. (1 archival box) |
| Supplemental Content | Finding aid |
| Subjects |
| Scope and content | This collection consists of 48 deeds (1801-1907), legal documents and notes related to land ownership in Pitt County, North Carolina, in the area that became Ayden. The documents pertain mainly to the Harris, McGlohon/McLawhorn, and Cannon families, especially William Henry Harris, the founder of Ayden. Also included are a blueprint plat of Ayden (June 21, 1890) and copies of 2 clippings (1991-1992) about the founding of Ayden. |
| Access restriction | No access restrictions. |
| Cite as | Sawyer-Harris Papers (#1280), East Carolina Manuscript Collection, 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 Barbara Sawyer Saurborn for the family of John William Sawyer. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Manuscript Collection | #1280 - DOES NOT CIRCULATE | ✔ Available | Request Material |