Annette Davidson Papers, 1848-1978

By Gabi Cook

Collection Overview

Title: Annette Davidson Papers, 1848-1978

Extent: 4.0 Folders

Date Acquired: 08/26/2003

Languages: English [eng]

Scope and Contents of the Materials

Consists primarily of correspondence and documentation relevant to the genealogy of the Kemper family and the Kentucky Federation of Women's Clubs; however, there are also certificates acknowledging her contributions to the community. as well as personal writings by herself and others.

Administrative Information

Acquisition Source: Found in collections.

Box and Folder Listing

Folder 1: Personal Materials, 1865-1966

This folder includes correspondence from a son who moved to Kansas City, to a daughter staying with family and from a cousin. It also includes personal writings from various individuals, notably, the 1902 commencement speech of America Burdette Batson when she graduated and poems and essays from S.B. Merrifield, J.C.H. and Fred Emerson Brooks. Two certificates document Mrs. Davidson's public service as a juror and as a member of the Richmond Parks and Recreation Board. A 1907 program for a musical event in Lancaster, KY is also included.

Barcode: 31234013928039

Folder 2: Kentucky Federation of Women's Clubs, 1930-1935

Correspondence from the Kentucky Federation of Women's Clubs and the General Federation of Women's Clubs and a news clipping. Many of the letters are from Fanniebelle Southerland and they discuss club business.

Barcode: 31234013928047

Folder 3: Genealogy

Correspondence, documents, certificates, notes and news clippings mostly about the Kemper family of Garrard County, KY.

Barcode: 31234013928054

Folder 4: Photographs

Barcode: 31234013928062

Item 1: Photograph of Will Noel: Wearing what appears to be a Confederate uniform.; Format: Photograph
Item 2: Photograph of Amos Yantis and Wife Mary (Polly) Bright: Copy of a photograph; Format: Photograph
Item 3: Photograph of Lucy West: Tintype; Format: Photograph