Stanley family papers, 1845-1913

Summary

Creator:
Stanley family
Date:
1845-1913
Extent:
1.6 Linear Feet 1 document box, 1 oversized box
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Stanley Family papers, ms2541, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains correspondence between Marcellus Stanley and his wife, Julia A.T. (Pope) Stanley during the Civil War, letters from their son, Thomas Stanley, to his wife, Margaret (Morton) Stanley, letters from other family members, Julia Pope Stanley's diary (1862) and prayer book, Marcellus Stanley's bankbooks, genealogies of Pope, Stanley, and Strong families, the eulogy for Emma Louise Stanley Winbish, the Strong family Bible, poems, muster rolls, and other papers. Included are two bound volumes of sheet music once kept by Julia Pope, two diplomas and two certificates.

Biographical / historical:

The Pope, Stanley, and Strong families were residents of Georgia. Marcellus Stanley (1823-1890) was a major in the Confederate Army, and was married to Julia A.T. (Pope) Stanley (1825-1894).

Custodial history:

Gift of Mrs. Texys M. Stanley, 1987.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Stanley Family papers, ms2541, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.