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Bridges Smith Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MU-PP-0113

Scope and Contents

The Bridges Smith collection includes 117 illustrated envelopes postmarked between 1894 and 1917 and mailed by family, business associates, and friends. A small amount of correspondence dates into the early 1920s and is a mixture of business and pleasure in subject matter. Smith was related to Miss Sallie Boone, Mercer Librarian (1904-1934) and Librarian Emeritus (1934-1951).

Dates

  • Creation: 1894-1917

Creator

Rights Statement

To quote in print, or otherwise reproduce in whole or in part in any publication, including on the World Wide Web, any material from this collection, the researcher must obtain permission from (1) the owner of the physical property and (2) the holder of the copyright. Persons wishing to quote from this collection should consult the reference archivist to determine copyright holders for information in this collection. Reproduction of any item must contain the complete citation to the original.

Biographical / Historical

Bridges Smith was a civic leader in Macon during the 1880s to the 1910s. He was a city editor, city clerk, two-term mayor of Macon, and judge of Juvenile Court.

Extent

0.21 Linear Feet (1 half Hollinger box) : Paper materials and photograph. Items are in good condition.

Language of Materials

English

Title
Bridges Smith Papers
Author
Sarah Hall (2008) and Jahni Jules (2021)
Date
2008 and 2021
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Sponsor
Gift of Sallie Boone (possibly)

Repository Details

Part of the Mercer University Archives and Digital Initiatives Repository

Contact:
1501 Mercer University Dr.
Macon Georgia 31207 USA
4783012968