Robert S. Gilliam family papers, 1870-1935 (bulk 1881-1909).

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Robert S. Gilliam family papers, 1870-1935 (bulk 1881-1909).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/38478283

The collection consists of papers of Robert S. Gilliam and the Gilliam family of Maxeys, Oglethorpe County, Georgia from 1870-1935. The bulk of the collection (1881-1909) consists of correspondence, financial statements, receipts, and legal documents pertaining to Gilliam's mercantile business. Family correspondence (1882-1898) consists of letters to and from Gilliam's daughter, Sallie Myrt while living in Maxeys or while she was attending LaGrange Female College (LaGrange, Ga.). Other correspondents include Lucy Durham writing from Agnes Scott College (Decatur, Ga.) or Athens (Ga.) and Maude Williams. The collection also contains photographs, programs, and invitations relating to the LaGrange Female College.

4 linear ft.

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Agnes Scott College

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Agnes Scott College was chartered in 1889 in Decatur, Georgia as the Decatur Female Seminary. In 1890, due to a large donation by George W. Scott, the school was renamed Agnes Scott Institute to honor his mother. In 1906 the name again changed to Agnes Scott College and by 1907 the College was admitted to the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools as a college member. From the description of Faculty meeting minutes, 1931-1946. (Agnes Scott College). WorldCat record id...

Williams, Maude.

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Gilliam, Robert S.

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Robert S. Gilliam, merchant, Maxeys, Oglethorpe County, Georgia. From the description of Robert S. Gilliam family papers, 1870-1935 (bulk 1881-1909). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38478283 ...

Gilliam, Sallie Myrt.

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LaGrange Female College (LaGrange, Ga.)

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Durham, Lucy.

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