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William Harden family papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: William Harden family papers | |
| Creator: Harden family | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1826-1936 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 Linear Feet 2 document boxes | |
| Collection Number: ms2349 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
William Harden (1844-1936) was a historian and author. He was the son of Edward Jenkins Harden (1813-1873), a judge, and were both of Savannah, Georgia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of correspondence, legal documents, genealogical materials, clippings, as well as speeches and writings of William Harden. The bulk of the collection consists of correspondence to William Harden or Judge Edward J. Harden. Included are a series of letters from George Michael Troup to Dr. W.C. Daniels writing from Milledgeville, Georgia and Washington, D.C. discussing state rights, Georgia land surveys, public education, tariffs, the nullification issue, and Indian affairs.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
William Harden family papers, ms2349, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.
General Notes
Cataloged as part of the Georgia Archives and Manuscripts Automated Access project: A Special Collections Gateway Program of the University Center in Georgia.