John Mosley Ayres journals, 1841-1891
File
Identifier: Series 1
Scope and Contents
John Mosley Ayres was a planter, and enslaver, who moved from Kentucky to Rensselaer, Missouri, before the outbreak of the Civil War. The journals give an account of his farm and daily activities, including church activities, family gatherings, and school board meetings. The journals were donated by Frances Benedict, granddaughter of John M. Ayres, in 1992.
Dates
- Creation: 1841-1891
Creator
- From the Collection: Colorado State University. Libraries. (Organization)
Restrictions on Access
There are no access restrictions on this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 2 linear feet (1 record carton, 1 document case)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the CSU Libraries Archives & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Fort Collins Colorado 80523-1019 USA
970-491-1844
library_dl_specialcollections@mail.colostate.edu
Fort Collins Colorado 80523-1019 USA
970-491-1844
library_dl_specialcollections@mail.colostate.edu