Ellen Goodrich Priest Papers

Collection

Identifier: NC558

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Includes Priest's writings on historical topics such as the Sutro Tunnel, Nevada governor Roswell Keyes Colcord, and Fort Churchill; speeches presented by Priest, usually on a literary theme; DAR handbooks, yearbooks, and scrapbooks from Nevada chapters and the Nevada State Society of DAR; and certificates and diplomas from a variety of sources.

Dates

1921-1966

Creator

Priest, Ellen Goodrich (Creator, Person)

Restrictions

Collection is open for research. Materials must be used on-site; advance notice suggested. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Biographical Note

Ellen Goodrich Priest was born in Tennessee on September 28, 1894 to Daniel Hillman and Sallie (Hancock). She was educated at the Middle Tennessee State Teachers College, the George Peabody College for Teachers in Nashville, and at the University of California. On June 16, 1960, she married Charles Priest in Waverly, Tennessee. Although they were married in Tennessee, they spent their lives in Nevada. Both sons, Charles Jr. (born April 24, 1921) and Daniel Hillman Goodrich Priest (born July 2, 1923), were born in Carson City.

With revolutionary ancestors on both sides of her family, Priest was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and served as the State Regent for Nevada. As well as being active in the DAR, she also was active in the Nevada Federation of Women’s Clubs, serving for four years as the chairman of its Department of Literature and as the president of the Second District, Nevada Federation of Women’s Clubs from 1930-1932; the Eastern Start; American Legion Auxiliary; and the Leisure Hour Club.

Extent

0.75 Linear Feet (2 boxes, 1 oversize folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Arrangement

The Ellen Goodrich Priest Papers are arranged in the following series:

Series 1: Manuscripts and Speeches

Series 2: Newspaper Clippings of Priest's Writings

Series 3: Daughters of the American Revolution

Series 4: Certificates and Diplomas