Family and Personal Papers
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Florence Freyermuth Collection, 1939-1975 (S0885)
20 cubic feet
This collection contains a 16mm film and slides of world travels of Florence Freyermuth, a friend of Marlin Perkins and family.
Howard W. Friedmann Family Papers, 1923-2007 (K1263)
4.5 c.f.
The papers include correspondence, scrapbooks, photographs, yearbooks,
memorabilia, and other materials collected by Friedmann and his family covering the
period 1923-2007.
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Fristoe Family Papers, 1812-1867 (C0317)
0.06 cubic feet (3 folders)
Letters of the Fristoe family, who came to Missouri from Stafford County, VA. Two were written by a soldier to his sister during the War of 1812. Notes were made by the donor.
Thomas Fristoe Papers, 1827-1903 (C1006)
0.1 cubic feet (5 folders)
Correspondence, family papers, miscellaneous legal papers, accounts, and record books of Thomas Fristoe, a Baptist clergyman in Chariton, Missouri. Tax receipts of Jordan Bentley, 1848-1871. Record book of marriages performed by Thomas Fristoe, 1827-1871.
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.
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Kenkichi Furuichi Papers, 1921-1924 (K0358)
0.3 c.f.
Correspondence in both Japanese and English; some financial material; class notes; one photograph; and some ephemeral material. Furuichi graduated from the Kansas City-Western Dental College and was a dentist in Kansas City KS.
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Gaffee Family Papers, 1857-1923 (C0202)
1 roll of microfilm
Slave bill of sale; will of Mary Ann Dupuy, Shelby County, KY; Hackney family genealogy; and reminiscences of plantation life in Gossyppia, LA.
Gallaher Family Papers, no date (CA6484)
0.6 cubic feet
Photographs, correspondence, and miscellaneous papers of the Gallaher family, largely of the Warrensburg, Missouri, area, 1880s-1960s. Contains material pertaining to related Bullion and Crawford families.
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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.
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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.
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John Allen Gano Family Papers, 1794-1948 (C0065)
1.2 cubic feet, 6 rolls of microfilm
Correspondence of Elder John Gano of Bourbon County, KY, an evangelist in the early Disciples of Christ Church. The papers also include accounts and bills, advertisements, circulars, publications, and a diary describing his conversion, baptism, and life as a preacher.
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.
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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.
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James Mercer Garnett Papers, 1806-1832 (C2526)
1 reel microfilm
The papers of James Mercer Garnett contain letters between Garnett and John Randolph of Roanoke (1773-1833), concerning politics, government, agriculture, and family affairs. Originals are in the Alderman Library, University of Virginia.
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Robert and Virginia Garnett Papers, 1829-1899, 1989 (C4482)
0.2 cubic feet (3 folders)
Typescript copies of correspondence of Robert and Virginia Garnett of Lewis County, Missouri, and other family members, 1829-1899, and genealogical research material.
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Mollie and Alice Garr Papers, 1875-1896, 1991 (C3987)
0.2 cubic feet (7 folders)
The Mollie and Alice Garr Papers consist mostly of letters written from 1875 to 1896 by a mother and daughter from Lafayette County, Missouri, to relatives in Virginia, primarily to William Benjamin Plunkett of Greene County. Also included are photocopies of various explanatory materials, such as obituaries, death certificates, printed articles, and genealogical lists of the Garr and Slusher families, compiled by the donor of the papers in 1991.
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John W. Garriott Letters, 1861-1864 (C2652)
0.08 cubic feet (4 folders)
Garriott was a member of Company G, 18th Missouri Volunteer Cavalry; was in the Army of the Tennessee; and was with General Sherman on his march to the sea. Some details of the march through Georgia. 55 letters.
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.
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Gash Family Papers, 1971, 1982 (K0137)
0.24 c.f. (6 folders)
Genealogical research and document relating to the family who settled in Clay County, MO. Includes letters, diaries, photographs, land transfer documents, and related family papers.
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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.
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Daniel M. Geary Letter, 1915 (K0350)
0.01 c.f.
Reminiscence of Kansas City written to Dr. W.L. Campbell, by Geary, early settler, real estate agent and former City Clerk of Kansas City, MO.
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Louis G. Geiger Papers, 1803-2002 (C4058)
17.5 cubic feet
The papers of a history professor who specialized in the subjects of higher education and local history. Geiger was a Fulbright lecturer to India, Finland, and the former Soviet Union. He corresponded with family and friends, and traveled extensively after his retirement.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Mary E. Gentry Scrapbook, 1852 (C2153)
0.21 cubic feet (1 volume)
Newspaper clippings, short stories, poetry, travel accounts, letters, and news items. Most are undated.
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North Todd Gentry Papers, 1837-1947 (C0049)
4.2 cubic feet (242 folders)
Papers of a Columbia, Missouri, lawyer and amateur local historian. Anecdotes, articles, speeches, and biographical sketches about events, people, and places in Columbia, Boone County, and Missouri. Family papers, correspondence, and some legal and business material.
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Pleasant Tilman Gentry Diary, 1876-1896 (C4416)
0.1 cubic feet (2 folders)
Diary of a Baptist minister from Audrain County, Missouri, includes farm and livestock records, as well as records of marriages performed in Audrain, Boone, Monroe, Randolph, and Howard Counties. Also includes transcription with biographical information.
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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.
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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.
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B. James George Collection, 1887-1975 (C3564)
2.6 cubic feet
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, MO, whose father served in the Civil War under Quantrill.
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B. James George Collection, 1832-1965 (C3361)
2.2 cubic feet, 1 oversize volume
Correspondence and clippings regarding Jesse James, Cole Younger, and Homer Croy. Also minute books and histories of churches in Jackson County, and a three-volume history of the George family.
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B. James George Collection, no date (CA6022)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder), 1 audio cassette
Addition of land grants, newspaper articles concerning former Confederate soldiers, recorded interview with B. James George about William Quantrill, and correspondence concerning the interview. See also C3564.
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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.
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Mrs. Vincent George Papers, 1941 (R0808)
(1 folder)
This collection consists of three letters to Mrs. Vincent George of Lynn, Massachusetts, from her newlywed daughter, Mary, who was on her honeymoon road trip to the Grand Canyon. One letter was written from Lebanon in Laclede County, Missouri.
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George J. German Papers, 1968 (C2595)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Typed copies of newspaper clippings relating to the Clemens family.
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J.G. Gerstenker Memorabilia, 1890-1920 (S0601)
0.01 cubic foot, 1 folder
This collection contains memorabilia collected by J.G. Gerstenker, including a ribbon of Third Annual Re-Union of Maidson County Soldiers' and Sailors' Veteran Association, 1890; "From Sumter to Appomattox!" YMCA Hall playbill, April 28, 1899; Illinois Central Railroad Company card of police lieutenant J.G. Gersteneker, 1920; and a campaign card for John (Jack) Mellon, Clerk of Circuit Court in Madison County, November 2, 1920.
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Evelyn Levin Gibian and Marvin Paul Gibian Collection, 1987-2004 (K0706)
0.1 c.f.
Materials concerning the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City and Congregation Beth Shalom and its members. Includes newspaper clipping and booklets, and memorabilia for various events.
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George Miles Gibson Jr. Papers, 1914-1980 (S0300)
7 cubic feet, 138 folders
The papers of George Miles Gibson contain correspondence, journals, sermons, and books documenting his career as a pastor, professor, and prolific writer. Also included in the collection are biographical and genealogical material about Gibson.
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Ruth K. Gieschen Collection, 1950-1992 (K1173)
0.6 c.f.
Gieschen was active in education reform in the greater Kansas City area. Includes administrative papers and reports of the Missouri Governor's Conferences on Education, the Metropolitan Kansas City Junior College District, and the Hickman Mills Community Scholarship Foundation. Also programs of various Kansas City Theater productions.
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Giesler and Spurgeon Families Papers, 1865-1912 (R0580)
0.01 cubic foot (1 folder)
The Giesler and Spurgeon Families Papers consists of photocopies of correspondence, receipts of organizational dues, legal records, and genealogical records from the Giesler and Spurgeon families from the High Gate community in Maries County, Missouri. Much of the correspondence is addressed to John A. Giesler, concerning family, friends and events in Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri.
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Molly Levey Gilgus Papers, 1916-2012 (K0808)
0.5 c.f.
Personal papers including correspondence, speeches, certificates and awards, newspaper clippings, and photographs of Gilgus, an active member of B'nai B'rith Women (Jewish Women International).
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Gill Family Photograph Collection, 1891-1925 (S0673)
0.01 cubic foot
The photographs are of family members and friends of the Gill family at various locations in Missouri. Subjects of interest include iron works, mills, caves, sawmills, and the aftermath of a fire in Salem, Missouri.
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Gillespie-Judy Family Papers, 1877-1878 (C4580)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Letters from Sarah “Sallie” Judy to her family describing her and her husband’s journey from Olney (Ill.) through Missouri to Belle Plaine (Kan.) in the summer of 1877 and adjusting to their new life there throughout 1878. Includes transcriptions.
Maltie Thomas Gilliam Papers, 1976-2007 (K1056)
3 c.f.
Gilliam was a long time resident of Kansas City, Missouri. She was a member of Centennial United Methodist Church, the Order of Eastern Star, the Order of Cyrene, Daughters of Isis, and the Order of Golden Circle. Includes personal papers relating to Gilliam's life, work and civic activities: organizational by-laws and histories, reports, correspondence, certificates, awards and plaques received by Gilliam.
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Gilliland-Randol Family Photographs, no date (P0953)
5 photographs
Photos of Gilliland and Randol family members, 19th century
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William Gillis and Mary Ann Gillis Troost Estate Records, 1869-1907 (K1238)
0.25 c.f.
Gillis, an Indian trader, was one of fourteen investors who platted the original Town of Kansas. Mary, his niece married to Dr. Benoist Troost, had an estate used to support the Gillis Home for Orphans. Includes tax bills, receipts, and legal documents used in the settlement of the estates.
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Lizzie C. Gilmore Papers, 1861-1865 (R0346)
0.01 cubic foot (1 folder)
The Lizzie C. Gilmore Papers contain the personal correspondence of Lizzie Gilmore, a Union soldier's wife, written from Lebanon and Rolla, Missouri. Her relatives wrote from Keosauqua, Iowa, and Crittenden County, Kentucky. The letters note political differences among family members, events preceding the battle of Memphis in Scotland County, Missouri, guerrilla activity in Kentucky, and depredations by bushwhackers in Laclede
County, Missouri.