James Franklin “Frank” Buchanan Papers

The collection consists of the papers of James Franklin "Frank" Buchanan from 1907-1991. The papers are divided into four sections: family papers, photographs, professional papers, and school papers. Materials heavily represented include correspondence, datebooks, genealogy notes, photographs school notes, work notes, and some World War II items (letters, photographs, and personal account).

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Training and Research Newsletter, May 1964

This newsletter for the Mississippi Cooperative Extension Services at Mississippi State University informs of various research and training opportunities on the university campus for May 1964.
Travel Insurance Record, October 13, 1973

This card provides a personal travel insurance record for James Franklin Buchanan in the amounts of five hundred dollars for baggage and ten thousand dollars for death and dismemberment for October 1 through 13, 1973.
United National Association of Post Office Clerk Membership Card, July 1, 1945

This United National Association of Post Office Clerk Membership Card, dated July 1, 1945, was issued to Margaret R. Buchanan in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
United States Department of Agriculture 20 Year Service Recognition, James Franklin Buchanan, 1957

This certificate recognized James Franklin Buchanan's 20 years of service in the United States Department of Agriculture in May 1957.
United States Department of Agriculture 20 Year Service Recognition, James Franklin Buchanan, May 1964

This certificate recognized James Franklin Buchanan's 20 years of service in the United States Department of Agriculture in May 1964.
U. S. Information Return for Calendar Year 1953

This 1099 form documents the payment of eight hundred and twenty-five dollars and ten cents made by Mississippi Artificial Breeders Coop to the Attala County Artificial Breeders Coop for 1953.
Valentine's Day Card, undated

The cover of this Valentine's Day card has an illustration of a bear holding a large daisy and a heart that says "with love". A message to grandma is to the right of the bear with "great" handwritten above the word "grandma." The interior of the card contains a Valentine greeting with Grandma corrected to Granny and signed "Love, Carol."
Various Newspaper Obituaries, 1907-1984

This collection of newspaper clippings provide various obituaries of the Whitten and Buchanan families. Clockwise from left: Mrs. J. W. Whiten, February 1, 1907; Rex Buchanan, Jackson Daily News, October 21, 1970; Mary Holmes Whitten Smallwood, Commercial Appeal, August 26, 1984; S. L. Buchanan, Commercial Appeal, March 11, 1982.
Various Obituaries, 1980-1985

This sheet contains five obituaries from various newspapers. Clockwise from the top left: Mrs. Sybil Eugene Shipp, Commercial Appeal, November 10, 1980; George Rae Walker, Sr., Commercial Appeal, march 21, 1984; H. Irving Weeks, September 30, 1984; Fred P. "Dutch" Amsler, Jackson Daily News, September 7, 1985; W. D. Lord, Commercial Appeal, March 9, 1984.
Warranty Deed Copy with Map, Morris and Mabel Davis to James F. and Margaret Ray Buchanan, November 8, 1952

This copy of a warranty deed conveying property from Morris and Mable Davis to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan includes a hand drawn survey map of the property located in Leake County. The copy indicates that the deed was filed in deed book number 77.
Warranty Deed, Morris and Mabel Davis to James F. and Margaret Ray Buchanan, November 8, 1952

This warranty deed documents the sale and conveyance of land in Leake County to James F. and Margaret Ray Buchanan from Morris and Mabel Davis for a sum of eight hundred and twelve dollars. The deed includes a full description of the property sold and is signed by the Morris and Mabel Davis on November 8, 1952, as well as B. E. Rawson, the Justice of the Peace in District 2 of Leake County, Mississippi. the deed was filed on November 12, 1952 by W. G. Hamil, the clerk.
World War II Service Travel Timeline, 1944

This partially typed, partially handwritten paper, documents the travel timeline during James Franklin Buchanan's time in service during World War II from October 25, 1944 to January 20, 1945.
Letter, Parker J. Benson to James Franklin Buchanan, 1961

Parker J. Benson

In this letter, Parker J. Benson writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being chosen Kosciusko's Man of the Year. The letter is written on Saint Therese's Church, Kosciusko, Mississippi stationary.
Telegram, Paul and Bena Beyt to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1961

Paul Beyt

In this Western Union telegram, Paul and Bena Beyt congratulate James Franklin Buchanan and say they are proud of him.
Letter, Senator Theodor Bilbo to Anna Buchanan June 16, 1942

Theodore G. Bilbo

In this letter, dated June 16, 1942, U. S. Senator and Agriculture and Forestry Committee member, Theodore Bilbo writes to Anna Buchanan to assure her that he will gladly provide employment references for her. He advises her to apply to the government agencies in which she is interested and inform him of the those applications so that he may contact the officials to provide his endorsement of her. The letter is written on United States Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry letterhead.
Letter, Theodore G. Bilbo to Anna Buchanan, January 5, 1943

Theodore G. Bilbo and Robert M. Moore

In this letter, dated January 5, 1943, Senator Theodore G. Bilbo writes to Anna Buchanan to inform her that he'd received a letter from the Special Assistant a the U. S. Department of Agriculture and informs her that he as included the letter. The accompanying letter, dated December 28, 1942, is written to Senator Bilbo from Robert M. Moore informing Bilbo of the appointment of Anna Buchanan To the Farm Security Administration in Liberty, Mississippi as a Clerk Typist and informs Bilbo of her salary. He goes on to thank Bilbo for the recommendation. A United States Senate Committee on Agriculture envelope addressed to Miss Anna Buchanan in Liberty, Mississippi and postmarked Washington, D.C. on January 19, 1943 is included.
Letter, Cecil Black to Fred Hand, February 19, 1962

Cecil Black

In this letter, dated February 19, 1962, County Agents Association Chairman, Cecil Black writes to Fred Hand to thank him for the nomination of James Franklin Buchanan for the Association Distinguished Service Award as he is ineligible due to having won in 1949.
Memo, William Bost to Extension Workers, November 16, 1964

William Bost

In this memo to Extension workers dated November 16, 1964, Extension director William Bost writes to notify them of the new forty hour work week and sets expectations for how the offices should be run and the workers and agents should conduct business.
Letter, William M. Bost to James Franklin Buchanan, August 17, 1953

William "Bill" H. Bost

In this letter, dated August 17, 1953, William "Bill" Bost writes to James Franklin Buchanan to acknowledge the receipt of Buchanan's letter and let him know that there are no hard feelings on Buchanan "taking the job" and wishes him well. An envelope postmarked August 18, 1953, Calhoun City, Mississippi. "Personal" is written diagonally on the left end of the envelope.
Christmas Card, Idell Brumfield to Anna Buchanan, December 15, 1960

Idell Brumfield

The cover of this Christmas card features multiple illustration of children in costume playing instruments and carrying flowers. The inside of the card, dated December 15, 1960, includes a brief note from Idell Brumfield to Anna Buchanan in which Brumfield asks if Buchanan's mother has passed. An envelope with Swedish postage stamps and a Stockholm postmark is included.
Notice of Resignation, Anna Buchanan to United States Department of Agriculture, January 10, 1944

Anna Buchanan

This form, dated January 10, 1944, provides notice to the Farm Security Administration office of the United States Department of Agriculture that Anna Buchanan has resigned from the job of assistant clerk-typist effective January 4, 1944. The form also informs that Buchanan resigned to accept a position at the Texas Company in Jackson, Mississippi.
Biographical Essay on Frank M. "Shuck" Smith by James Franklin Buchanan, 1960

James Franklin Buchanan

In this eleven page biographical essay, James Franklin Buchanan shares personal and shared anecdotes on his friend, Frank M. "Shuck" Smith. Buchanan became friends with Smith during his time working in the Leake and Neshoba County Extension Services.
Collections and Expenses Report for General Livestock Judging in Leake County, Mississippi, December 11, 1940

James Franklin Buchanan

This report, dated December 11, 1940, breaks down the expenses and collections incurred for the General Livestock Judging Team of Leake County, Mississippi. The report includes the team members involved and their accomplishments. The report is signed by James Franklin Buchanan, Assistant County Agent for Leake County.
Diary of Frank (James Franklin) Buchanan, October 1-10, 1973

James Franklin Buchanan

James Franklin Buchanan wrote this diary, dated October 1-10, 1973, to document his time in Munich, Germany and areas surrounding it during the Farm Bureau Federation Bavarian Adventure. The diary is handwritten on a small, pocket-sized memo notebook.
Essay on Dr. E. W. Stafford by James Franklin Buchanan, April 1968 and January 1991

James Franklin Buchanan

This essay, written in two parts by James Franklin Buchanan, shares some biographical information and anecdotes on Biological Sciences professor, Dr. Ethelbert Withrow (E. W.) Stafford. The essay also includes some historical information about Mississippi State University as it was during Buchanan's time as a student there.