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William Henry Fleming papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: William Henry Fleming papers | |
| Creator: Fleming, William H. (William Henry), 1856-1944 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1875-1912 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 0.8 Linear Feet (2 document boxes) | |
| Collection Number: ms77 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
William Henry Fleming (1856-1944) was born in Augusta, Georgia. Fleming was a lawyer and politician, Superintendent of Schools in Richmond County, Georgia (1877-1880), served on the Georgia House of Representatives from Georgia's 10th District (1897-1903).
For more information, see his congressional biography.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of the papers and scrapbooks of William Henry Fleming from 1875-1912. The bulk of the collection contains scrapbooks (1875-1899) of clippings documenting Fleming's activities, speeches, and political career. The correspondence (1902, 1910-1912) pertains to the contested Tenth District election of 1902 between Fleming and Thomas W. Hardwick, and the stolen fi fas (tax executions) from the Office of the Washington County Ordinary. Correspondents include James Barrett, T.J. Holmes, and Thomas E. Watson.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
William Henry Fleming papers, ms77, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by William C. Flemming in 1950