Collection: Guy Gilliland papers | Special Collections & Archives

Scope and Contents

The collection Includes lots of letters between Gilliland and his sweetheart (later his wife), Josie, church materials from Trinity United Methodist Church in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and greeting cards. There are also many photographs (mainly 19th century).

Dates

1909-1981

Creator

Gilliland, Guy (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

None

Biographical / Historical

Guy Gilliland, son of Alexander and Mary Gilliland, was born on 30 September 1884 in Dorroh Mill, Pickens County, Alabama. He married Josephine "Josie" Durrett on 15 August 1918 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He was a mail carrier in Tuscaloosa for many years. He died just months shy of his 100th birthday, on 11 March 1984.

Extent

2 Linear Feet (693 items, 1501 pieces)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Overview

Letters between Gilliland and his sweetheart (later wife) Josie, church materials from Trinity United Methodist Church in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, greeting cards, and photographs

Provenance

Gift of Brotherhood Sunday School Class, Trinity Methodist Church, 1986

General

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