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Robert Cole Caples Correspondence with Anthony Shafton

 Collection
Identifier: 2011-17
Abstract

Anthony Shafton (1937- ) is a Chicago native, Reno resident, and author whose correspondence with Robert Cole Caples (1908-1979) began in 1964 until Caples' death. Shafton began saving the letters in 1977. Caples was a largely self-trained artist most well known for his portraits of Reno divorcees and his Indian portraits drawn during the Depression under the Federal Arts Project. Also included are other documents and letters from Rosemary Caples and Carl Heinze.

Dates: 1977-1980

Ann Ronald Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 2008-02
Abstract The Ann Ronald Papers contain materials that cover Ronald's tenure as a professor and administrator at the University of Nevada, Reno as well as her role as a leading scholar and author in the fields of nature writing and ecocriticism. A lifelong member of the Western Literature Association, many of Ronald's books, articles, and essays describe the places and landscapes of the American West, especially Nevada. Materials include book manuscript drafts, research notes, promotional items,...
Dates: 1839-2017; Majority of material found within 1970-2008

Rousseau Family Papers

 Collection
Identifier: NC1040
Abstract

The Rousseau Family Papers are named for Margaret Elizabeth “Bessie” Rousseau. Bessie Rousseau was born around 1882 probably in Eureka, Nevada, and graduated from the University of Nevada in 1900. She passed away May 31, 1900 only two days after graduating. The collection includes correspondence, certificates, contracts, school papers and programs, photographs and financial documents of the Cottle and Rousseau families.

Dates: 1847-1932

George Bradley Russell Papers

 Collection
Identifier: NC125
Abstract George Bradley Russell was a Nevada newspaperman and politician, the editor of the Elko Independent, a correspondent for the Elko Daily Press, and the editor and owner of the Carson Chronicle. Russell served as Nevada State Treasurer, 1927-1934. He was also active in Republican Party politics and in many fraternal groups. Collection contains papers relating to Russell's career in newspapers; Republican politics; office of Nevada State Treasurer; his involvement with the Daughters of Damon,...
Dates: 1829-1966; Majority of material found within 1927-1966

Brian Sandoval Papers

 Collection
Identifier: NC1354
Abstract

Brian Sandoval served as the 29th Governor of Nevada from 2011-2018. Prior to serving as Governor, Sandoval also served as a United State District Judge for the United States District Court for the District of Nevada (2005-2009). The collection contains documents regarding Sandoval's confirmation as District Judge, investiture speeches, and his resignation as Judge.

Dates: 2005-2009

William T. and Ann H. Scott Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 97-15
Abstract

The collection consists of the personal papers and professional records of Ann and William Scott and their extended family. It includes documentation of Ann Scott's career as a children's author, such as manuscripts, correspondence, and academic and employment records and William Scott's research files in physics, teaching records, articles and correspondence related to cloud physics (1954-1993).

Dates: 1950-1994

Scranton Philharmonic Orchestra program for "Nevada"

 Collection
Identifier: 2012-27
Abstract

The Scranton Philharmonic Orchestra performed Ulric Cole's composition "Nevada" in October 1949. Cole was a Julliard-educated composer who wrote the piece "Nevada" in 1949. The collection contains the Scranton Philharmonic Orchestra's 12th season program for the performance of "Nevada" as well as a letter from Cole to John Koontz, Nevada's Secretary of State at the time.

Dates: 1949

Anthony Shafton Research Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 2017-83
Abstract

Anthony Shafton is a Chicago native, Reno resident, and author of five books, including The Nevada They Knew. Collection contains research and publication materials for Shafton's book, The Nevada They Knew.

Dates: 2011-2022

Silver Peak (Nev.) Letter

 Collection
Identifier: NC1367
Abstract

Silver Peak, Nevada was a small mining town originally settled during the territorial period and located in Esmeralda County at the foothills of the Silver Peak Range. The collection contains a one-page letter written by T. I. Barnes to "Friend William" regarding the mining and milling operation in Silver Peak on June 14, 1865.

Dates: 1865 June 14

Slavin-Reed Family Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 2010-27
Abstract

The Slavin-Reed Family papers include genealogical notes, oral histories, and other documents about the 19th and 20th century history of the Slavin and Reed families and those families connected by marriage. The bulk of the collection appears to have passed through the hands of Lucille Slavin Clark, and builds on the recorded memories of her grandmother, Maude Rose Hanley Reed Bruno (1882-1965).

Dates: 1870-2001

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