Davisson, Robert collection, 1856-1896, 1930.

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Davisson, Robert collection, 1856-1896, 1930.

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The collection consists of materials on Augusta (Ga.) and Washington County (Ga.) collected by Robert Davisson. Materials from Augusta include correspondence to from the Mayor and City Council from the mid 1800s, including items about the town clock, opening a bar early morning, permission of a colored church to hold night services, the fire department, coffin for a child, etc. Materials from Washington County include court cases and estate papers of Daniel Harris, 1864-5, correspondence between the State School Commissioner, J.R. Lewis and the County Superintendent, H.N. Hollifield.

52 items (0.1 linear ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7161843

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Davisson, Robert.

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Augusta is Georgia's second oldest and second largest city and is the seat of Richmond County. Nature helped determine the course of Augusta's history. Situated at the fall line between the Piedmont and the Upper Coastal Plain, the focal point of natural trails, and the head of navigation of the Savannah River, the town was destined to become an important trading center. Abundant waterpower promoted the rise of industry. Washington County in east central Georgia was established on February 25, 1...

Hollifield, H. N.

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Harris, Daniel, 1957-....

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Lewis, J. Reilly

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