Davis, John J. (John James), 1835-1916
Found in 8 Collections and/or Records:
Arthur I. Boreman Papers
Cane Gifted by John W. Davis to his Father John J. Davis
Davis & Davis Law Firm Records
Davis Family Papers
Herman Guy Kump (1877-1962), Lawyer and Politician, Papers
John J. Davis (1824-1916) Papers
Papers of John J. Davis, a lawyer and politician from Clarksburg, West Virginia. This collection contains correspondence, account books, photographs, essays, speeches, and other material. Also included in this collection are writings of Davis' granddaughter, Julia McDonald Davis. There are also artifacts, including a school slate and three leather billfolds. Please see "Scope and Contents" for further detail.
Preston Family Papers
Correspondence, legal papers, and business papers of John J.D. Preston, his ancestors, and his relatives. The correspondence is primarily between members of the Preston family with topics being discussed, such as living conditions, business conditions, military training camps, Civil War battles, politics and campaigns, political personalities, education, schools, and the World Wars. Correspondents include John Preston, Rev. David Preston, John J. Davis, and John W. Davis.
Waitman T. Willey Papers
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