Papers, 1836-1922, bulk 1855-1895.

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Papers, 1836-1922, bulk 1855-1895.

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The collection is composed primarily of Smith's business, political, and research related correspondence dating from 1855-1895. Included are letters associated with his newspaper work in Cincinnati, and wire services such as the Associated Press. Business correspondence concerns Smith's interest in the Mergenthaler Printing Company. Political correspondence includes letters from James A. Garfield to Rutherford B. Hayes (1880-1881). Other papers concern the Republican Party, and the 1876 presidential campaign, and Smith's personal historical interests. Personal correspondence also includes letters from his wife and children, and Charles R. Williams. Photographs consist of carte de visite, cabinet card, and tintype portraits, likely of family members and friends.

17 manuscript boxes, 6 bound volumes, 1 oversize box, 37 reels of microfilm, 1 box of photographs, 3 oversize photographs.

Indiana Historical Society Library

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Indiana Historical Society Library

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