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History of the Bronson family written by Amos Alcott and passed to H.B. King; other documents about the history of the Bronson family; clipping about Louisa May Alcott (cousin to the Bronson family)., No date

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 19

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The collection consists primarily of the personal correspondence of Harry Bronson King and members of his family, including his parents, David H. and Helen M. King; sister, Anna B. King; wife, Grace E. Wright King; and children, Harry Blackford King and Mary H. King Coolidge. The collection also contains some legal and financial documents, mostly related to financial transactions between members of the King family; genealogical information on the Bronson family, compiled by H.B. King; newspaper clippings related to the King family, including obituaries; and miscellaneous clippings and items. The Personal Correspondence Series makes up the bulk of the collection and includes correspondence of various members of the King family, dated 1890-1990. The bulk of the series consists of personal letters H.B. King received from his mother, Helen M. King, in Europe in the years immediately preceding her death. It also includes letters H.B. King received from his sister, wife, and, children; family correspondence; and some other personal correspondence of H.B. King's father, wife, and children. The Legal and Financial Papers Series includes a wide range of documents related to land transactions, accounts, and other financial affairs of the King family, dated 1890-1954. The Genealogy Series includes information on the history of the Bronson family, compiled by H.B. King and others. The Newspaper Clippings Series includes newspaper clippings, most of which are related to the King family, including obituaries of family members, dated circa 1890-1950. The Miscellaneous Series contains documents related to the H.B. King family, as well as a few photographs. Those with dates range from 1911 to 1990, but most of the miscellaneous documents and all of the photographs are undated.

Dates

  • No date

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Cubic Feet ( (1 box))

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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