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Junius Hillyer memoir
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Junius Hillyer memoir | |
| Creator: Hillyer, Junius, 1807-1886 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1874-1990 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 0.25 Linear Feet 1 box | |
| Collection Number: ms76a | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Junius Hillyer (1807-1866), born in Wilkes County, Georgia, was a Representative from Georgia.
For further information, see his Conressional Biography.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of the original memoir of Junius Hillyer, dated February 25, 1894. The memoir describes life on the family plantation, slavery, thefamily's move to Athens, Georgia in 1821, Junius' attendance at grammar school, and activities at Franklin College. The collection also includes photocopies of papers concerning a memorial dedication at the site of the Freeman-Hillyer home place in Wilkes County, Georgia; photocopies of family history; and photocopies of letters from William Dickerson Martin and Peter Wellborn Martin.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Junius Hillyer memoir, ms 76a, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2018.