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Charles F. Monroe papers

 Collection
Identifier: c-00064

Scope and Contents

The Monroe papers consist of Charles Monroe's typewritten reminiscences, written in 1959 at age eighty-six. He discusses the history of Webberville, Michigan, the political and social life of the community, education in rural schools, market conditions and the costs of goods and services, as well as agricultural life and work. Monroe includes family history and anecdotes, especially about his father. He also includes a poem he wrote entitled "Webberville." Finally, there is a letter from Monroe to Dr. Frank Elliott at Michigan State University, asking if he would be interested in Monroe's reminiscences.

Dates

  • Creation: 1959

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.

Biographical Note

Charles F. Monroe (b. 1873) of Webberville, Michigan, was the son and grandson of pioneers. His grandfather, Freedom Monroe (1798-1886), migrated from New York to Michigan in 1824. His father Robert (1839-1920) was one of the first to settle in Webberville.

Extent

0.1 Cubic Feet (, 1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

Gift of Charles F. Monroe, transferred by Michigan State University Museum.

Legal Status

Copyright: Donor(s) have transferred any applicable copyright to Michigan State University but the collection may contain third-party materials for which copyright was not transferred. Copyright restrictions may apply.

Property Rights: Michigan State University

Title
Charles F. Monroe Papers
Status
4 Published And Cataloged
Date
March 1965
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives and Historical Collections Repository

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