Jane Froman Collection, 1930s-2010 (CA5677)
0.2 cubic feet, 3 audio cassettes, 27 audio discs, 1 audio tape, 8 CDs, 12 DVDs, 1 film, 3 video cassettes
Addition of correspondence, sheet music, audio and video recordings, and miscellaneous material pertaining to Jane Froman.
Jane Froman Papers, 1953-1968 (CA5133)
0.4 cubic feet
Addition of personal and professional papers of Jane Froman, including photographs, correspondence, and personal papers of Rowland H. Smith.
Frost Family Papers, 1862-1988 (R1404)
0.02 cubic foot (2 folders)
The Frost Family Papers contain photocopies of compiled correspondence of Luther and Orville Frost from 1862 to 1889. Also include is a brief family history and genealogical information for the Frost family.
Frost Family Photograph Collection, 1930s-1970s (R1294)
0.05 cubic foot (1 folder, 31 photographs)
This collection consists of twenty-nine black and white and two color photographs showing scenes and businesses in Rolla, Missouri from the 1930s into the 1970s.
Anita Frost Papers, 1953-1984 (S0154)
0.01 cubic foot
The papers of Anita Frost contain photographs and military history of the first St. Louis African-American woman in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. She joined the St. Louis Marine Reserves on July 17, 1953, was discharged a year later and re-enlisted into the regular Marine Corps on September 17, 1954. She retired July 31, 1975, as a gunnery sergeant (E-7).
Sallie Hoskins Frost Papers, 1928-1963 (C3612)
0.4 cubic feet (28 folders)
Genealogical papers of Sallie Frost. Families researched include: Birch, Campbell, Carmichael, Cox, Foster, Frost, Galbraith, Hoskins, Howell, Redfearn, and Routh.
Annette Riley Fry Papers, 1882-1983 (C3729)
0.4 cubic feet (24 folders)
The papers primarily contain correspondence between Fry and people, or relatives of people, who came to Missouri from New York on “orphan trains” sponsored by the Children’s Aid Society during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Fry wrote an article on the orphans, which appeared in the December 1974 issue of American Heritage.
Albert Burr Fuller Architectural Records, 1914-1963 (K0029)
25 c.f.
Architectural drawings, specifications, photographs, and other material relating to Fuller's career as an architect in Kansas City, Missouri.
Edward Marshall Fuller Jr. Architectural Records, 1920-1975 (K0697)
160 c.f.
Architectural drawings, renderings, specifications, correspondence, notes and other documents related to Fuller's career as an architect in the Kansas City, area specializing in schools and churches.
Harold Q. Fuller Papers, 1950-1987 (R0611)
0.75 cubic foot (14 folders, 4 photographs)
The Harold Q. Fuller Papers contain the personal papers of a physics professor and community leader in Rolla, Phelps County, Missouri. The papers concern Fuller's work with the Rolla School Board, the Phelps County Nutrition Program, the Central Missouri Area Agency on Aging, and the family farm.
Clarence N. Fultz Photographs, 1950-1958 (P0458)
12 photographs
Copy photos (from slides) of Cape Girardeau County.
Funk-Blue Family Genealogical Collection, 1917-1996 (C4369)
2 cubic feet (176 folders)
Genealogical research relating to the ancestors of John Leon Funk and his wife, Ruth Eleanor Blue, both of Columbia, Missouri and originally from Ohio. Includes genealogical correspondence and notes; family group (pedigree) sheets; biographical records; photographs of grave stones; and original and photocopied primary sources such as death certificates, marriages, obituaries, wills, deeds, and court documents. Also included is research material for a book on the 100th Ohio Infantry Regiment in the Civil War.
Future Farmers of America, West Plains Chapter Records, 1955-1978 (R0658)
(11 folders)
These are scrapbooks of the FFA chapter at West Plains in Howell County, Missouri. The scrapbooks include photographs, newspaper clippings, and miscellaneous printed materials on the chapter's activities, 1955-1966. There is also a printed history of the FFA in Missouri, 1928-1978.
Gabard-Oheim Family Papers, 1903-1958 (S0640)
0.2 cubic foot
The Gabard-Oheim Family Papers contain photographs, French ribbons, and a Cleveland High School newsletter. The materials largely concern Louis Gabard and Adele Marie Oheim. Some of the photographs depict the National Association of Letter Carriers, of which Adele Marie Oheim was a member. Also included in this collection are sample ballots from 1944 Missouri elections, Muny programs, a 1904 World's Fair map, and a Meramec School Picnic program.
Merrill E. Gaddis Collection, 1941-1955 (C3961)
1.8 cubic feet
Term papers about historical houses in Missouri, written by students of Gaddis for his course, History of the South, at Central Methodist College in Fayette, MO.
John Bailey Gage Papers, 1943-1964 (K0254)
0.60 c.f.
Correspondence of Gage, a prominent attorney and mayor of Kansas City, MO, relating to the Midwest Research Institution (MRI) and other organizations and issues in which he was involved. Many letters have attachments, most of which are the agendas and the minutes of the meetings of the MRI's Executive Committee of the Board of Governors, income and expenses, and a variety of reports. Also awards and certificates received by Gage.
Betty Lou Gale, "Fredericktown, Missouri" Collection, circa 1950s (R0029)
0.01 cubic foot (1 folder)
The collection contains a photocopy of Betty Lou Gale's article, "Fredericktown, Missouri." The article is a history of Fredericktown, in Madison County, Missouri.
Galena Christian Church (Galena, Mo.) Records, 1887-1964 (C3820)
0.04 cubic feet (2 folders)
The records of Galena Christian Church in Stone County, Missouri, consist of membership lists, vital statistics information, and correspondence concerning membership in other churches. The records are incomplete and appear to have been transferred from other record books.
Galilee Association of General Baptists Records, 1913-1980 (R0077)
(2 rolls of microfilm)
The Galilee Association of General Baptists Records contains a microfilm copy of the proceedings of the annual sessions of the organization of General Baptist congregations in southeastern Missouri. Also included are Old Liberty Association proceedings, Liberty Association proceedings, and a reprinted sermon of Benoni Stinson.
Jo Gallo Papers, 1951-1966 (C4640)
0.1 cubic feet (3 folders)
Papers of a homemaker and environmental activist from the St. Louis area include transcripts of her diaries from 1951-1954; a pamphlet she wrote entitled "Granny"; and slides of the Missouri Extension Homemakers Association club in Creve Coeur, 1960s. Gallo's environmental activism is not covered in the papers.
James F. Gamble Papers, 1931-1977 (S0886)
19 cubic feet
The papers of James F. Gamble consists of correspondence, memos, reports, and meeting minutes pertaining to his career as a lawyer, conservationist, and executive director of the Meramec River Basin Association.
William J. Gammon Papers, 1856-1967 (CG0056)
0.5 c.f.
This collection is primarily made up of genealogical papers and cemetery research conducted by Wm. J. Gammon of various families as well as his own. Also included in this collection is transcripts from the operation of the Center Point school in Jackson County, Missouri, personal papers of the Gammon family, and correspondence from different societies and political organizations.
James A. Gardner Papers, 1937-1987 (C3702)
1.4 cubic feet (41 folders)
Papers of a historian including coursework from his time as a student at Washington University in Saint Louis, manuscripts written about Moses Austin, and teaching and administrative materials from the social sciences department at Mineral Area College.
Mary A. Gardner Papers, 1940s-1990s (CA5740)
41 cubic feet, 3 audio cassettes, 1 audio tape, 2 films, 2 video cassettes
Papers of a professor of journalism and newspaper consultant, consisting of personal and professional correspondence and subject files, research and consulting material, photographs, and family papers.
Viola Gardner Papers, 1953-1982 (K1230)
1 c.f.
Gardner was Poet Laureate of Missouri. Includes her poetry, publications, correspondence, and instruction techniques. Also photocopies of the poetry journal, "Orphic Lute" which she published.
Garfield School (Mexico, Mo.) Records, 1910-1975 (C3925)
4 rolls of microfilm
Student attendance records of a black elementary and high school in Mexico, MO.
Edward B. Garnett Papers, 1914-1959 (K0940)
0.12 c.f. (4 folders)
Garnett, was the longtime editor of the Sunday Kansas City Star, Includes diaries, cancelled checks, correspondence, and personal papers.
Jasamyn S. Garrett Photographs, 1897, 1958 (P0705)
12 photographs
Photos of Hayti and Gayoso areas, Pemiscot county.
Ruby Dwight Garrett Papers, c. 1910-1968 (C2558)
1.6 cubic feet, and 1 reel of microfilm
The Dwight Ruby Garrett collection contains papers and photographs of Garrett, a Kansas City, MO, lawyer. Garrett commanded the 117th Field Signal Battalion, 42nd (Rainbow) Division, U.S. Army, American Expeditionary Force. The collection concentrates on his World War I and postwar veterans activities. The clipping scrapbook is on microfilm.
Eileen Garry Papers, 1930-1998 (K0700)
0.1 c.f.
The Garry family was involved in the garment manufacturing industry in Kansas City, MO. includes book on Congregation Beth Torah book Garry co-wrote and a photograph of garment industry manufacturers featuring members of the Garry and Pachter families.
William W. Garth Papers, 1954-1955 (C4202)
0.2 cubic feet (3 folders)
The papers contain letters from William Garth to Margaret McNaull, 1954-1955, with references to the early families and history of Columbia and Boone County.
William L. Garver Papers, 1879-1953; 1990 (C4521)
0.6 cubic feet (36 folders)
The papers of William L. Garver, an architect and leader in the Socialist movement in Missouri, contain his writings--including the original manuscript for Brother of the Third Degree, his 1902 work of esoteric philosophical fiction--as well as an unpublished biography, correspondence, and photographs.
Ruth Wilson Gaskin Papers, 1950-1969 (K1174)
0.02 c.f.
Gaskin (Mrs. Ide) was an African-American housekeeper for several families in Kansas City, MO. Includes photographs of Gaskin's family and friends, correspondence, and newspaper clippings.
Gateway Human Resources Records, 1949-1989 (S1063)
2 cubic feet, 28 folders, 167 photographs
Gateway Human Resources (GHR) was an organization that provided professional development resources for women in the workplace. The materials in this collection contain meeting minutes, budget reports, membership applications, and correspondence relating to developmental workshops, dinner meetings, and annual conferences. Also included in this collection is a short history of GHR and the National Human Resources Association (NHRA), the parent organization of GHR.
Gateway Region Young Men's Christian Association Records, 1853-2020 (S0473)
75 cubic feet
The Gateway Region Young Men's Christian Association was founded in St. Louis on October 20, 1853. Initially, the organization focused on young men's spiritual development but later expanded to include the mental, social, physical, recreation, and vocational needs of both sexes. The collection consists of by-laws, correspondence, meeting minutes, schedules, press releases, and photographs.
Gaylord's Social Club Records, 1936-1980 (S0126)
0.01 cubic foot, 1 folder
Joseph Chapman and Wayman Smith organized the Gaylord’s Social Club in St. Louis in September 1935. It was composed of young Black men who had grown up together, went to different colleges, and returned to St. Louis. In addition to enriching the social lives of its members, the club also makes contributions to charitable organizations.
Louis G. Geiger Papers, 1840s-2011 (CA6433)
2.5 cubic feet, 13 computer discs, 780 MB of digital files, 1 oversize item
Addition of family photographs and slides. Locations include Missouri, Colorado, New York, New Jersey, India, Thailand, and Europe. Includes World War II Navy photographs. Also includes scans of most images along with descriptions, publications, and personal and professional material of Louis G. Geiger and Mark Geiger.
Louis G. Geiger Papers, 1803-2002 (C4058)
17.5 cubic feet (355 folders)
Edna Gellhorn Scrapbook, 1922, 1937-1970 (S0642)
0.5 cubic foot, 1 folder, 1 scrapbook
The Edna Gellhorn Scrapbook contains photographs, newspaper clippings, and correspondence documenting St. Louis activist and suffragist Edna Gellhorn.
General Hospital Letter, 1917, 1959 (K1365)
.02 c.f.
General Hospital Letter contains a two-page letter written by Dr. Thomas F. Miller concerning personal affairs and personnel conditions at the hospital in August 1917. Also included are two unidentified photographs, dated August 1959.
General Metal Products of St. Louis Records, 1904-1986 (S1085)
5 cubic feet
This collection contains meeting minutes, financial statements, and newspaper clippings of a St. Louis firm dedicated to producing metal products, including fenders, hood supports, and ordinance fuse liners.
Gentry Family Papers, 1898-2012 (CA6514)
3 cubic feet
Addition of papers of a prominent family from St. Louis and central Missouri includes correspondence, news clippings, genealogical material, and miscellaneous material.
Gentry Family Papers, 1828-1977 (C4026)
4.0 cubic feet (130 folders), 1 oversize volume
The papers of the Gentry family of St. Louis and central Missouri consist of correspondence, photographs, newspaper articles, genealogical material, certificates, poetry, and miscellaneous material of the Gentry, Denny, Estes, and Althouse families.
Alonzo Gentry Papers, 1901-1967 (K0827)
0.3 c.f.
The papers of Alonzo Gentry contain information about Gentry's career as an architect, primarily in the Kansas City area and pertain to particular buildings he designed as well as correspondence with clients. Also included are certificates awarded to Gentry, newspaper clippings relating to Gentry and members of his family, and numerous photographs of Gentry and his architectural projects.
George Family Papers, 1880-1989 (C4385)
2 cubic feet (85 folders, 1 oversize photograph)
Correspondence, personal material, photographs, research material, notes and scrapbooks concerning the George and other related families.
George Muehlbach & Sons Grocery Company Records, 1874-2003 (K0643)
7 c.f.
Organizational records including employee policies, legal agreements, publications and advertising materials, photographs of the grocery stores, and architectural drawings of a Kansas City area grocery store chain.. Also photographs of the family.
B. James George Collection, 1887-1975 (C3564)
5.2 cubic feet (70 folders, 16 oversize volumes)
The collection contains correspondence, clippings, photographs, diaries, and bound material on the George family, Quantrill, William H. Gregg, and civil rights, compiled and authored by a native of Jackson County, Missouri, whose father served in the Civil War under Quantrill.
B. James George Collection, 1832-1965 (C3361)
2.2 cubic feet (45 folders, 14 volumes)
B. James George Collection, 1864, 1956 (C3384)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Transcriptions of two letters containing historical information about the Battle of Spoonville, Arkansas, and copy of twentieth century letter describing it.
B. James George Sr. Photograph Collection, 1855-1970 (P0010)
0.78 cubic feet (26 folders)
Large collection of copy photos and originals related to the George family, ancestor of donor rode with and was related to Jesse and Frank James. Includes images of James and Younger families, bushwhackers, and Quantrill's Raiders reunions.