James M. Barney articles, ca. 1939-1960.

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James M. Barney articles, ca. 1939-1960.

Photocopies of holograph and typescript writings and articles concerning the history of Arizona, with an emphasis on the Phoenix environs. Topics covered include tragedy and massacres, pioneer tales, historical events in Phoenix and Yuma, ghost and mining stories, as well as colorful accounts on the exploits of local figures. Included are articles such as The Phoenix Street Car System; The Story of 'Two Bits', an Equine Hero of Arizona's Indian wars; and The Oatman Massacre.

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7438269

University of Arizona Libraries

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Barney, James M. (James Mitchell), 1874-1965

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Civil servant and historian; Barney wrote several books and contributed historical articles to Arizona magazines and newspapers. From the description of Barney manuscripts, ca. 1930-1959. (Arizona Historical Society, Southern Arizona Division). WorldCat record id: 42895320 Native of Yuma, Arizona. Barney was an topographical draftsman, engineer and grassroots historian. His articles were published in periodicals such as Oak Leaves and The Phoenix Gazette. From th...