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Irma Marsh Scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: W-0039
Scope and Contents Note
The collection consists of four scrapbooks, a history of Castleberry schools, and a program from the presentation by Castleberry Acappella Choir of the musical West Side Story.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
J. C. Duvall Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0017
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials relating to the life of J. C. Duvall. The extent of the collection is 1 box (.5 linear feet).
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
J. D. Morrison Genealogical Research Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0093
Scope and Contents Note
This collection consists of course materials, correspondence, maps, research guides, and other printed materials used by J. D. Morrison in his genealogical research. The materials date from 1970-1992 and measure .75 linear feet (2 boxes). The majority of the collection is comprised of course materials from a Tarrant County Junior College Genealogy course Mr. Morrison took in 1992. Of significant interest is the Migration Trails Map showing primary travel routes east of the Mississippi.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
J. Pete Zepeda Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0018
Scope and Description
The J. Pete Zepeda Collection consists of one box of materials with inclusive dates of 1971-1994. Certificates, awards, correspondence, photographs and plaques are included in the collection.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Jack Danciger Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0019
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of books donated by Jack Danciger in 1961 and includes books by him and his wife. The collection dates from 1880-1966. The extent of the collection is 1 box (.5 linear feet).
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Janice Nicolson Holmes Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0027
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of the genealogical research of Janice Nicolson Holmes on
the Nicolson and Leigh/Lea/Lee lines. These papers were donated on August 20, 2000 by
her daughter, Niki Kantzios. She wrote the book, Nine generations of direct descendants
of the Robert Nicolson who patented 500 acres in Charles City County in the Virginia
Colony on January 3, 1655/56 about the Nicolson Family.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Jazz Preservation Project
Collection
Identifier: J-0001
Scope and Contents
The Jazz Preservation Project Collection consists of music recordings, interviews, posters, exhibit materials, clippings, photographs, programs, marketing materials, notes, correspondence, invitations, newsletters, reports, publications, membership records, subject files, and planning records documenting jazz in Fort Worth. Much of the collection consists of photocopies and scanned and printed copies of original materials that are not in the collection. The materials date from 1933-2012 and...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Jeannie Yarbrough Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0069
Scope and Contents
The Yarbrough Collection consists of Jeannie Yarbrough’s collected memorabilia including cards and letters (including many to extended family), photographs, pins, patches, leases and property tax receipts, certificates and documents relating to the life of James Thomas Archer III, news clippings, a hospital identification bracelet, and an audio tape of J. Edgar Hoover. The collection covers the years 1932-2000 and measures 2.17 linear feet (5 boxes) of materials.Series I,...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Jenkins and Nauert Families Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0094
Scope and Contents Note
The Jenkins/Nauert Family Papers contains personal documents, correspondence, newspaper clippings, and photographs. The materials date from 1904-1982 and measure .2 linear feet (1 box).
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Jesse F. Tarlton Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0089
Scope and Contents Note
The Jesse F. Tarlton Papers consists of personal documents, obituaries, photographs, a tie clip of Mr. Tarlton’s, and the scissors used at the 1957 ribbon-cutting of the DFW Turnpike. The materials date from 1912-1971 and measure .2 linear feet (1 box). Due to the small size of the collection, the materials are described at the folder level. The first folder consists of personal documents of Mr. and Mrs. Tarlton, including their marriage certificate, diplomas, teaching certificates,...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
JFK Tribute Records
Collection
Identifier: C-0082
SCOPE AND CONTENTS NOTE
The JFK Tribute Collection consist of articles, correspondence, photographs, DVDs, architectural drawings, and other printed materials that document the creation and dedication of the JFK Tribute. The materials date from 2008-2013 and measure 16.96 linear foot (6 boxes). The collection is arranged into 3 series. The first series, JFK Tribute (2008-2013), contains correspondence, invitations, programs, photographs, video recordings, articles, and planning materials related to the JFK...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Jim Taulman Slides
Collection
Identifier: C-0078
Scope and Contents Note
The Jim Taulman Slides consist of lists of locations and architectural firms and 178 35mm photographic slides and (12) 4x5” transparencies that document distinctive structures, landmarks, and scenes throughout Fort Worth, Texas. The materials date from 1978-1989 and measure .2 linear feet (1 box). Mr. Taulman photographed architecture, historic structures and skylines he felt would make a significant contribution to the preservation of the history of Fort Worth. Due to the small...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
John Allen Photographic Collection
Collection
Identifier: C-0027
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
John Naylor Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0084
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials relating to Maj. Gen. John W. Naylor (1896-1958). Naylor was born in Fort Worth in 1896. He was the oil editor with the Fort Worth Star-Telegram from 1923 until 1944. He then became an independent oil operator. He started his military career at the age of 14 when he joined the 4th Texas Infantry. He served in World War I with the 90th division. He served on staff in Washington D.C. during World War II. After the war, he became assistant division commander...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Johnny Case Papers
Collection
Identifier: J-0002
Content Description
Personal papers, clippings, photographs, a scrapbook, and books belonging to jazz musician Johnny Case.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Joseph Bandor Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0005
Scope and Contents
The Joseph Bandor Papers chronicle Joseph P. Bandor’s involvement with various Catholic service organizations in North Texas, including Knights of Columbus, Order of the Holy Sepulchre, and Dallas-Fort Worth Council of Catholic Men; as well as his travels through Europe and the United States. The collection consists of scrapbooks, correspondence, programs, directories, newspapers, newsletters, clippings, pamphlets, certificates, and ephemera. The date range of this collection is 1944-1990. ...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Joseph Weisberg Photographs Collection
Collection
Identifier: C-0059
Scope and Contents
The photographs in this collection are of early aircraft, military aircraft, and airliners.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Joseph Wilson Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0001
Scope and Contents
The Joseph Wilson Papers contain letters and legal documents created and collected by the Wil-sons and Oneals. The collection contains only scanned copies of the items and no original mate-rial. The scans and prints of the materials were created in 2013.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Joy A. Palmer's Monnig Dry Good Store Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0049
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of a few items relating to Monnig Dry Good Store where Joy A. Palmer worked for a few years.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Juanita Montgomery Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0042
Scope and Contents
The Juanita Montgomery Papers consist of photographs, postcards, correspondence, legal documents, maps, and portraits. The collection is arranged following the original order established by the creator of the collection. The majority of the papers were originally arranged in page protectors in numerous folders. While the original order was maintained, the collection items were removed from the page protectors and placed in archival sleeves. The records date from 1860-2002 with the bulk of the...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Judge Drew S. Clifton
Collection
Identifier: C-0072
Scope and Contents
General Description: 1 flat box (.5 linear ft.)This collection consists of a scrapbook of Judge Clifton's actvities which includes clippings, programs, membership cards photographs, and other items relating to his career. Drew Spencer Clifton was born in Meridian, Mississippi on November 26, 1909. He moved to Fort Worth with his family when he was eleven. He was a graduate of the old Central High School and attended Texas Christian University, Columbia, Cumberland Law School and...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Julia Kathryn Garrett Typescript
Collection
Identifier: W-0021
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of two copies of the typescript for Fort Worth: A Frontier Triumph by Dr. Julia Kathryn Garrett. It was published in 1972 by Encino Press of Austin. The first copy is in box one and boxes two and three contains copy two which includes a unpublished portion of the typescript beginning with page 703. The extent of the collection is 3 boxes (1.5 linear feet).
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Julia Smith Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0059
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of clippings, photographs, programs, sheet music and audio tape relating to the musical composition "Remember the Alamo" by Cecil Washaw and Julia Smith. It was commission by US Navy Band Director Anthony Mitchell for the inaugural of Lyndon Baines Johnson in 1965.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Junior League of Fort Worth Records
Collection
Identifier: R-0033
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials relating to the Junior League of Ft. Worth. The annual reports were donated by Marc Smith in 1994. The other materials were pulled from the vertical files and the Miscellaneous Manuscripts: Fort Worth and Tarrant County Collection. This material was acquired over an extended period of time. The annual report has the Constitution and By-laws of the League, membership lists and a history of the organization. The extent of the collection is 3 boxes (1.5...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Kassel Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0030
Scope and Description
The Kassel Family Papers consists of correspondence, clippings, daybooks, calendars, scrapbooks, photographs, and personal artifacts created and collected by the Kassel, McCamey, and Yeidel families. The majority of the materials appear to have belonged to Jeannette Kassel McCamey and her immediate family members. The collection is arranged into five series: Biographical, Daybooks/Calendars, Photographs, Scrapbooks, and Oversize/Memorabilia. The materials date from 1852-1971 and measures 4.68...
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Katherine Campbell Scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: W-0011
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Katherine Johnson Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0028
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of a "Friendship and Memories of School Days," scrapbook and album and includes cards, correspondence, clippings, notes, pressed flowers and music programs. Katherine Johnson attended Hardin College in Mexico, Missouri, and the scrapbook deals primarily with her senior year of 1927 although there are a few items from other years. She was a pianist and a member of the Kappa Delta Phi Sorority. The loose items were placed in individual folders.
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
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