Mary Jones Collection

Collection

Identifier: HM.17

Staff Only
No requestable containers

Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence, letters, legal documents, financial documents, and biographical material relating to Mary Jones' activities in Texas after the death of her husband, Anson Jones. Correspondents include her sons Samuel, Charles, and Cromwell, and her daughter Sallie. Also included is a family estate ledger and publications of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (1901-1921).

Dates

Creation: 1827-1922
Creation: Majority of material found in 1866-1907

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is not restricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Reproduction and publication of materials in this collection are subject to the policies of the UNT Special Collections department. Copyright restrictions may apply.

Biographical or Historical Information

Mary Smith McCrory Jones was the wife of the last president of the Republic of Texas, Anson Jones, and first president of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.

Note written by

Extent

0.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Physical Access Requirements

Collection is housed in the UNT Special Collections department vault. The UNT Special Collections department requires a 24 hour notice from patrons in order to page materials from the vault and ready the materials for use. Please contact the UNT Special Collections department for further information.