Collections : [University of Michigan Bentley Historical Library]

The correspondence series dates from 1871 to 1935 and relates to his career as state geologist, a member of the University of Michigan Board of Regents, his business career, and his literary interests. His correspondents include Rolland C. Allen, Henry M. Bates, Junius E. Beal, William W. Bishop, Aaron T. Bliss, Julius C. Burrows, Marion L. Burton, William L. Clements, Mortimer E. Cooley, Charles A. Davis, Woodbridge N. Ferris, Fred W. Green, William H. Hobbs, Jacob Houghton, Harry B. Hutchins, Francis W. Kelsey, Frank Knox, Theodore W. Koch, Edward H. Kraus, Alfred C. Lane, Clarence C. Little, James O. Murfin, Chase S. Osborn, Gifford Pinchot, John T. Rich, Filibert Roth, Israel C. Russell, Alexander G. Ruthven, Walter H. Sawyer, Albert E. Sleeper, Shirley W. Smith, William A. Smith, Ralph Stone, Marshman E. Wadsworth, Fred M. Warner, Peter Q. White, and H. Olin Young.

The Correspondence series has been divided into two subseries: by date and by name of correspondent. The correspondents were largely individuals associated with Muncy while active first with the Socialist Labor Party and then the Socialist Reconstruction Party. The researcher should note that there is considerable overlap between the chronological and subject correspondence files and should thus consult each of the subseries.

family correspondence, including materials related to the American Civil War

The Correspondence series contains correspondence between Moessner and her family, friends, and colleagues. Some of the letters have photographs attached to them. Many of the letters are in German and English. Other languages include Danish and Polish. Correspondence that consists of only one letter can be found in the unidentified folder. The unidentified folder also contains letters from writers with ineligible signatures.

The Correspondence series (1 linear foot, 1962-1979) contains letters, both incoming and outgoing. These letters reflect Holland's many research initiatives and intellectual collaboration with other academics and professionals, both nationally and internationally. They also document his various publications, projects, and presentations at conferences and panels, and are arranged in chronological order.

The Correspondence dates from 1922 to 1974 and pertains to all phases of Lemmer's career and interests. During World War II, Lemmer corresponded with Ironwood and Gogebic County men serving in the military. There are several folders of these exchanges.