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John M. Slaton letters to Major W. F. Slaton (copies)
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: John M. Slaton letters to Major W. F. Slaton (copies) | |
| Creator: Slaton, John M. | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1883, 1886 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) (2 letters) | |
| Collection Number: ms557 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
John Marshall Slaton (1866-1955) was the son of William Franklin and Nancy Martin Slaton and husband of Sally Francis Grant. He was a University of Georgia student and then Governor of Georgia (1913-1915).
For more information, see the article John M. Slaton (1866-1955) in the New Georgia Encyclopedia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of two letters: dated Athens, Georgia, October 4, 1883, "Dear Father," from "J. M. Slaton," regarding Slaton's living arrangements and dormitories at the University of Georgia (typewritten copy); dated Athens, Georgia, March 7, 1886, "Major W. F. Slaton," signed "John M. Slaton," regarding the University of Georgia (photocopy).
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
John M. Slaton letters to Major W. F. Slaton (copies), ms557, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2017.