Documents of the Lafayette Guards. Include: 1) Notice of the organization of a military company called the “Lafayette Guards.” Object is for the protection of life and property in the city generally, and more especially in the district south of the Pacific R.R. Co., in the event of a recurrence of disorder. 2) Captain’s Report, March 1, 1879. In December 1877 formed the 1st Regiment Police Reserves. Report submitted by Shepard Barclay. 3) Report of the annual Meeting of the Lafayette Guard, March 3, 1879. 4) Annual Report of Directors signed by Shepard Barclay, 1880. 5) Two treasurer’s reports, March 4, 1879, and March 8, 1880., 1877-1879
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Collection of material pertaining to the history of the city of St. Louis. Includes original documents and letters and numerous articles and newsclippings referring to various aspects of life in St. Louis.
Dates
- 1877-1879
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.7 Cubic Feet ( (5 boxes; 1 oversize folder))
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository