Banta papers, 1892-1921.

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Banta papers, 1892-1921.

Correspondence and writings; one folder of correspondence from Banta to Charles Tully of the Arizona Historical Society about Arizona pioneers and historic events in Arizona and one file of writings about Arizona history. These include "Letters and notes of A.F. Banta", "A.F. Banta's Story of Sol Barth", and an article on Eskiminzin.

.25 linear ft. (1 box).

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Barth, Solomon, 1842-1928

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Banta, Albert Franklin, 1843-1924.

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Newspaperman, scout and public servant, Albert Banta came to Arizona in 1863. He began working at the Tucson Citizen in 1870, established five newspapers and edited others at various times. He served as deputy Sheriff in Pima County, district attorney of Apache County, probate judge, scout, guide and Indian fighter under Gen. Crook, Stoneman and others. From the description of Banta papers, 1892-1921. (Arizona Historical Society, Southern Arizona Division). WorldCat record id: 393663...