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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Letter, A. D. Stewart to Senator Theodore G. Bilbo, November 8, 1941
A.D. Stewart
In this letter, dated November 8, 1941, A. D. Stewart, the Regional Director of the Farm Security Administration writes to U. S. Senator, Theodore "Theo" G. Bilbo to express that Bilbo's recommendation on behalf of Anna Buchanan is being forwarded to Washington officials so that Buchanan may be given an early appointment. An envelope addressed to Anna Buchanan with a November 10, 1941, Washington D.C. postmark is included.
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Newspaper Clipping, Frank Buchanan Named Attala Citizen of the Year, Clarion-Ledger, February 13, 1961
Ethel Stewart
This clipping from the Clarion-Ledger, dated February 13, 1961, announces James Franklin Buchanan's selection as the 1960 Attala County Citizen's Award. The article goes on to detail the history of the citizen's award and provide some biographical details and a photograph of Buchanan.
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Helps in Mastering Parliamentary Procedure,
Wilbur S. Stewart
From the forward: This booklet is a compilation of elementary information concerning ten of the procedures most frequently used in directing parliamentary business. It consists of an arrangement, somewhat in a graded sequence, of the required abilities, together with information helpful in understanding them, suggestions for securing practice in acquiring the mastery of each, and questions suggestive of appropriate tests.
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Letter, William B. Swoope to James Franklin Buchanan, February 10, 1961
William M. Swoope
In this letter, dated February 10, 1961, Bill Swoope writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on his having been named the Outstanding Citizen for Attala County, Mississippi.
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Instructions to 4-H Corn Club Boys, 1933
Jason E. Tanner
These instructions provided by the Mississippi Cooperative Extension Services provides detailed instructions on how to plant and cultivate healthy corn crops.
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Newspaper Clipping, 53 Farm Bureau Folk Make Visit to Europe, October 21, 1973
The Clarion-Ledger
In this newspaper article dated October 21, 1973, the Clarion-Ledger in Jackson, Mississippi reports on the fifty-three people who visited multiple countries in Europe as part of the Farm Bureau Federation Bavarian Adventure from October 1 to October 9, 1973. The article provides details of the participants activities and the various places visited.
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Invitation to a dinner honoring John C. Stennis, May 23, 1988
The Stennis Institute
Mr. and Mrs. James Franklin Buchanan were invited to attend a dinner at the Sheraton Hotel in Washington, D.C. on June 23, 1988 hosted by the Stennis Institute to honor Senator John C. Stennis. The invitation includes names of institute committee members names and a brief description of the Stennis Institute.
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Letter, J. R. Thompson to James Franklin Buchanan, February 8, 1961
J. R. Thompson
In this letter, dated February 8, 1961, Lions International Club president, J. R. Thompson, writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being chosen as Most Outstanding Citizen of Attala County and invites Buchanan and his wife to attend the citizenship awards banquet on February 13, 1961.
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Letter, George J. Thornton to James Franklin Buchanan, October 29, 1937
George J. Thornton
In this letter, dated October 29, 1937, George J. Thornton writes to James Franklin "Frank" Buchanan to tease him about him feigning illness to get out of his upcoming wedding. He teases that should Buchanan try to back out of the nuptials, Attala County might march on Choctaw to defend the bride's honor. At the bottom of the letter "Joke!" is written in pencil. And envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a three cent postage stamp is included.
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Letter, Mrs. Wyman Thrasher to James Franklin Buchanan, February 14, 1961
Mrs. Wyman Thrasher
In this letter, dated February 14, 1961, Mrs. Wyman Thrasher writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on being named Attala County Citizen of the Year.
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Greeting Card, Jimmy Turner to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1961
Jimmy Turner
In this congratulatory greeting card, Jimmy Turner tells James Franklin Buchanan he is proud to know the "Man of the Year."
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Army Discharge Papers for James Franklin Buchanan, February 20, 1946
United States Army
This set of Army paperwork documents the honorable discharge and separation of James Franklin Buchanan from the United States Army in February of 1946. The paper work includes a final payment worksheet, general instructions, detailed instructions, Army of the United States Separation Qualification Record, Honorable Discharge certificate, enlisted record and report of separation, and an identification discharge certificate. A federal Security Agency envelope is also included.
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Army of the United States Honorable Discharge Certification, February 12, 1946
United States Army
This document, dated February 12, 1946, documents the honorable discharge of James Franklin Buchanan from the United States Army and his post in the 3188th Signal Service Battalion. The document includes Buchanan's enlisted record and report of separation honorable discharge. The document was filed on February 20, 1946 by C. M. McCool, the clerk and signed by Allie H. Clifton, the deputy. The document bears some deep creasing and a tear at the top.
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Letter, Fifth U. S. Civil Service District to Civil Service Eligibles, July 1941
United States Civil Service Commission
In this letter, dated July 1941, the United States Civil Service Commission's Fifth U. S. Civil Service District informs Civil Service Eligibles of the urgency of filling vacant positions and explains the three kinds of appointments available.
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Report of Rating--Farmer Fieldman Examination, November 6, 1941
United States Civil Service Commission
This report of rating for the Farmer-Fieldman Examination through the United States Civil Service Commission rates James Franklin Buchanan a 79 which renders him eligible for a Civil Service appointment. The form provides information on scoring, eligibility, and expectations for eligible applicants. A stamp from the fifth district in Atlanta, Georgia, dated November 6, 1941 is in the upper right of the form.
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Sorghum Syrup: How to Prevent "Jellying" and "Slow Boiling" and How to Prevent Sugaring, June 17, 1933
United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Chemistry and Soils
This paper provides instructions in two parts, the first describes how to prevent jelling and slow boiling of sorghum sirup and the second part, describing how to prevent sugaring. There are two copies of the paper in this scan.
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Tanners Who Have Advised he Bureau of Chemistry and Soils that They Tan Leather and Furs for Farmers, January 1932
United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Chemistry and Soils
United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Chemistry and Soils compiled a list of tanners throughout the country who have advised the bureau that they tan leather and furs for farmers with the caveat that the bureau is not responsible for the work of these tanners and does not endorse any of them over any tanners unknown to them.
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Notification of Personnel Action, Federal Extension Service to James Franklin Buchanan, October 1, 1961
U. S. Department of Agriculture--Federal Extension Service
This personnel notification documents the salary and wages for James Franklin Buchanan by the U. S. Department of Agriculture--Federal Extension Services for October 1, 1961.
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Newspaper Clipping, Covering the Crossroads with Jimmy Ward, Jackson Daily News, June 16, 1970
Jimmy Ward
This clipping from the Jackson Daily News, dated June 16, 1970, discusses the work of the space program proving a biblical "myth" as true as concerns the placement of the planets, sun, and moon as relates to time and a the bible passages speaking of time.
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Letter, Tom Warley to James Franklin Buchanan, February 13, 1961
Tom Warley
In this letter, dated February 13, 1961, Tom Warley writes to James Franklin Buchanan to congratulate him on his award achievement and thank him for his friendship.
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Letter, George C. Whitten to James Franklin Buchanan, January 5, 1965
George C. Whitten
In this letter, dated January 5, 1965, George C. Whitten writes to James Franklin Buchanan in reply to Buchanan's letter to update him on his family. The letter is typed on City National Bank of Lawton, Oklahoma letterhead. A brochure for the bank and a photograph of Whitten are included with the letter.
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Letter, Jamie L. Whitten to James Franklin Buchanan, April 28, 1958
Jamie L. Whitten
In this letter, dated April 28, 1958, United States Congressman Jamie L. Whitten writes to James Franklin Buchanan to acknowledge Buchanan's concerns about the Extension Services budget under consideration in Congress and to discuss some items of concern in Mississippi.
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Letter, Jamie L. Whitten to James Franklin Buchanan, August 3, 1962
Jamie L. Whitten
In this letter, dated August 8, 1962, Congressman Jamie L. Whitten writes to James Franklin Buchanan to update him on the budget increase for Extension Workers.
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Letter, Jamie L. Whitten to James Franklin Buchanan, December 7, 1984
Jamie L. Whitten
In this letter, dated December 7, 1984, Congressman Jamie L. Whitten writes to James Franklin Buchanan to thank him for his letter and the information from home.
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Letter, Jamie L. Whitten to James Franklin Buchanan, February 28, 1964
Jamie L. Whitten
In this letter, dated February 28, 1964, Congressman Jamie L. Whitten writes to Attala County Extension agent, James Franklin Buchanan to thank him for updating him about news from home and reassure him that he is doing everything he can to make sure the Extension Services receives the budget it needs.
