Collection: Boyd family papers | Special Collections & Archives

Scope and Contents note

The collection contains photocopies of various documents and letters relating to Alfred Boyd (1814-82), born in Newberry District, South Carolina, and died in Troy, Alabama, and his descendants. The collection also contains a typescript history of the family of Joel Willis, Sr., and a typescript paper by Bruce L. Bennett of Ohio State University titled, "Sports and Physical Education in Colonial Times."

Dates

1816-1943
Majority of material found within 1850 - 1859

Creator

Boyd family (Family)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Researchers must register and agree to copyright and privacy laws before using this collection. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations. Due to the nature of certain archival formats, including digital and audio-visual materials, access to certain materials may require additional advance notice.

Biographical/Historical note

Troy, Alabama family.

Extent

0.05 Linear Feet (21 items)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Photocopies of various documents and letters relating to Alfred Boyd (1814-82) and his descendants as well as a typescript history of the family of Joel Willis, Sr., and a typescript paper by Bruce L. Bennett of Ohio State University titled, "Sports and Physical Education in Colonial Times."

General

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