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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Greeting Card, Minna Deen to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1961
Minna Deen
In this greeting card, Minna Deen offers congratulations to James Franklin Buchanan and also lets him know that she will see him and Margaret later in the week. The card contains an illustration of a red rose within a decorative box and a printed note of well wishes is above the handwritten note.
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Greeting Card, Frances Dickens to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1961
Frances Dickens
In this congratulatory greeting card, Frances Dickens lets James Franklin Buchanan know that he thought he would like an extra clipping, presumably a newspaper clipping about Buchanan's selection as Attala County Citizen of the Year.
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Letter, C. B. Doyle, November 23, 1938
C. B. Doyle
In this letter, dated November 23, 1938, C. B. Doyle, principle Agronomist of the U. S. Department of Agriculture writes Attala County, Mississippi Extension Agent, James Franklin Buchanan in reply to Buchanan's request for information on gin mixing of cotton seed. Doyle directs Buchanan to seek out J. E. Hite of Jackson, Mississippi for further information on the project.
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Letter, James O. Eastman to Louis F. Gregory, March 11, 1955
James O. Eastman
In this letter, dated March 11, 1955, United States Senator, James O. Eastman writes to Louis F. Gregory to thank him for the work he's doing on utilizing land previously used for cotton and express his appreciation for call his attention to the need for expanding Extension Services.
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Telegram, Charles W. Elkin to Anna Buchanan, December 1, 1942
Charles W. Elkin
In this Western Union telegram, dated December 1, 1942, Senior Personnel Officer, Charles W. Elkin informs Anna Buchanan that she is to report to the Herman E. Wood, RR Supervisor in Liberty, Mississippi to being a job as clerk-typist. He informs her of the annual salary.
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Mississippi Spray Calendar, Orchard Pest Control Practices, February 1937
Extension Department of the Mississippi State College
In this Extension Circular, number 43 from February 1937, Extension Horticulturist, H. M. McKay, offers best practices for orchard pest control in Mississippi. Tips offered include things such as practical spraying suggestions, types and mixtures of sprays, fungicides, types and ages of trees to be treated, types of sprayers, and different manufacturers.
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Arcadian Nitrate of Soda, Boys' 4-H Club District Contests, 1934
Extension Division, Mississippi A. and M. College
This paper provides rules and regulations for competing for two championship trips to the 13th National 4-H Club Congress to the 4-H Corn or the 4-H Cotton Club boys.
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Chilean Nitrate of Soda District Contests for 4-H Cotton and Corn Club Boys, North Mississippi Hill Counties, 1934
Extension Division, Mississippi A. and M. College
This paper provides counties comprising the North Mississippi Hill Counties, the awards possible in the contest, and the requirements and basis of award.
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Outline for Organizing 4-H Dairy Calf Clubs, March 1929
Extension Division, Mississippi A. and M. College
Extension circular number 66,March 1929, Outline for Organizing 4-H Dairy Calf Clubs, outlines the following: Objects, recommendations and suggestions, financing, classifications, basis for grading, requirements, and a suggestive schedule for calf club shows.
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Addresses for Farm Bureau Federation Bavarion Adventure Participants, October 1973
Farm Bureau Federation
This list provides the addresses for the participants of the Farm Bureau Federation Bavarian Adventure trip to Europe in 1973.
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Letter, George F. Fenger to James Franklin Buchanan, February 20, 1961
George A. Fenger
In this letter, dated February 20, 1961, George A. Fenger writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being named Attala Citizen of the Year. The letter is written on Department of Agricultural Commerce, State of Mississippi letterhead.
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Card and Photo, Dale Freeman to Anna Buchanan, January 16, 1987
Dale Freeman
In this card, postmarked January 16, 1987, Dale Freeman writes to his cousin, Anna Buchanan to let her know that he has not forgotten her and informs her that he has included the photograph of his mother, Adeline "Addie" Whitten Jones and Anna's mother, Texanna "Texie" Whitten Buchanan. The black and white photograph shows two older women wearing dresses and standing outdoors in front of a house with small trees behind them to the right. The back of the photograph includes two notes. The top notes reads "Mama and Aunt Add her sister" and the bottom note reads "My aunt Addie Whitten Jones who lived at Tillatoba a long time and my mother Texanna Whitten Buchanan--Frank Buchanan." An envelope with a Corinth, Mississippi postmark and a twenty-two cent postage stamp is included.
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Biographical Sketch of Anna Buchanan, Mala Faks, Volume VII, September 1952
Helen Garellick
This excerpt from volume seven of the Mala Faks journal in September 1952 provides a biographical sketch of Anna Buchanan's life and career. Provided to the journal through a letter to the editor, the audience is informed that the biographical sketch was first published in the July 1952 issues of Desk and Derrick Drawls.
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Letter, Jimmy Gibbs to James Franklin and Margaret Buchanan, December 18, 1978
Jimmy Gibbs
In this letter, postmarked December 18, 1978, Jimmy Gibbs writes to his friend, James Franklin "Frank" Buchanan and his wife, Margaret to share his pleasure in receiving their letter and to let them know when the next get together for retired extension agents will be. He includes a photograph and a list of attendees from the previous year's get together. The letter is written on Idlewild Lake Serene stationary. An envelope with a Hattiesburg, Mississippi postmark and a five cent postage stamp is included.
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Letter, William L. Giles to James Franklin Buchanan, February 15, 1961
William L. Giles
In this letter, dated February 15, 1961, Mississippi State University Vice President, William L. Giles writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being named Kosciusko's Outstanding Citizen of the year.
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Postcard, Steve Guyton to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1987
Steve Guyton
In this postcard, postmarked Gulfport, Mississippi February 1987, Steve Guyton writes to James Franklin Buchanan to say that the coast reminded him of Buchanan and to let him know that he meant a lot to him and many other young men over the years.
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Letter, Graham Hales to James Franklin Buchanan, February 13, 1961
Graham Hales
In this letter, dated February 13, 1961, Hinds County Agent, Graham Hales writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being chosen the Attala County Citizen of the Year. Hinds County Agricultural Department letterhead.
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Letter, Jim Hansen to James Franklin Buchanan, May 11, 1965
Jim Hansen
In this letter, dated May 11, 1964, Jim Hansen of the Dow Chemical Company writes to Extension agent James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on his selection to participate in the 1965 Dow Study Tour and provide him with details of how to proceed.
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Christmas Card, Donald G. Herring, Jr. to Anna Buchanan, December 17, 1960
Donald Herring
The cover of this Christmas card features a photograph of Don Herring, Jr. standing among the brush beside a small creek with a hill behind him. The photo is framed by a blue and white snowflake design with "Holiday Greetings" below. The note inside signs the card as being from Lois, Don, Grant, Peggy, Stormy and assorted cats while the handwritten note on the back of the card informs Buchanan of the serious illness Lois has been battling. An envelope with a red US airmail postage stamp and a Altadena, California postmark is included.
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Letter, Addie Hester to James Franklin Buchanan, February 15, 1961
Addie Hester
In this letter, dated February 15, 1961, Home Demonstration Agent Addie Hester writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being named Attala County Citizen of the Year. The letter is typed on Cooperative Extension Services letterhead.
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Letter, Ben Hilbun to James Franklin Buchanan, December 17, 1943
Ben Hilbun
In this letter, Ben Hilbun, the registrar at Mississippi State College, writes to James Franklin Buchanan to him know that the enclosed transcript is sent free of charge as it is to be included in Buchanan's Armed Services applications. Hilbun goes on to express his hope that Buchanan is accepted into the branch of service he desires and wishes him the best. The letter is written on Mississippi State College letterhead and a matching envelope postmarked State College, Mississippi is included.
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News Articles--Writing, undated
Ben Hilbun
This paper provides techniques for writing a news article, including the "5 W's" and specific tips for the boys' 4-H clubs to write about their projects.
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Letter, Rowe C. Holcomb to Margaret Ray Buchanan, March 19, 1952
Rowe C. Holcomb
In this letter, dated March 19, 1952, Rowe C. Holcomb, the pastor of Hazelhurst Baptist Church, writes to Margaret Ray Buchanan to let her know he has typed the funeral sermon he gave for her father, Emmett L. Ray, as best he could remember it. The sermon is included.
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Letter, Nonnee W. Hollingsworth to James Franklin Buchanan, July 14, 1964
Nonnee Hollingsworth
In this letter, dated July 14, 1964, Nonnee Hollingsworth writes to James Franklin Buchanan on behalf of the Possumneck Community Development Club to thank him for the time he spent showing them around Kosciusko when they visited. The letter is written on Hollingsworth stationary with the Hollingsworth crest in the top center.
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Letter, Ross E. Hutchins to James Franklin Buchanan, September 27, 1965
Ross E. Hutchins
In this letter, dated September 27, 1965, State Entomologist Ross E. Hutchins writes to James Franklin Buchanan in reply to Buchanan's letter to say that he would be happy to have Buchanan come on board with the Mississippi Plant Board on a full time basis. The letter is written on State Plant Board of Mississippi letterhead.
