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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Closing Statement on the Purchase of Property by the Redevelopment Authority, Kosciusko, Mississippi, June 8, 1971

A description of property is provided in this closing statement on the purchase of the property by the Redevelopment Authority for the City of Kosciusko, Mississippi from Frank (James Franklin) and Margaret Ray Buchanan on June 8, 1971. The statement is signed by the attorney and lists the taxes accrued and the sellers' pro-rata share of the 1971 taxes .
Club Boys' Team Demonstration--Pruning a Peach Tree, undated

This paper provides objectives for 4-H team demonstrations for pruning a peach tree and goes ono to provide talking points for demonstrations to follow as they work and team demonstration assignments in planting fruit trees.
Competition Score Sheet, undated

The score sheet for this unidentified competition includes scores for appearance, beauty, poise, and personality.
Conservation Plan Map in Leake, U. S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service for J. F. Buchanan, February 27, 1967

This conservation plan map was issued to J. F. (James Franklin) Buchanan by the U. S. Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service on February 27, 1967. The map provides an aerial view of the 59 acres in Leake County owned and operated by Buchanan and provides a symbol legend with indications for property lines, public and private roads, an intermittent stream and location of pine and hardwood.
Cooperative Extension Workers' Paperwork and Forms, 1964

This group of papers includes various applications and forms for Cooperative Extension workers including enrollment applications, application for leave, professional development programs, and a training and research letter for 1964.
Cooperative Extension Work in Agriculture and Home Economics for the State of Mississippi, May 3, 1935

This paper, issued May 3, 1935, provides recommendations for acreage required for corn and cotton, peanuts and potatoes, and pigs and calves. Instructions for measuring acreage spacing, side dressing with nitrogen, and cultivation are also included, along with meeting schedules and locations for October and November of 1935.
Crop Judging Notes, 1960

This manila folder has notes on criteria on judging crops.
Cut Worm Poison Bate Instructions, Cooperative Extension Services, undated

This card, published by the Cooperative Extension Work in Agriculture and Home Economics provides a recipe and instructions for cut worm poison bait.
Date/Appointment Book, 1960

This date book contains one appointment for McAdams School, James Crowder on December 8, 1960.
Date Book for James Franklin Buchanan, 1969

This date book contains appointments and notes for James Franklin Buchanan in 1969.
Daughters of the American Revolution Certificate, Margaret Ray Buchanan, December 2, 1953

Margaret Ray Buchanan was certified as a Daughter of the American Revolution by the National Register of the American Revolution, admitted by the National Board of Management on December 2, 1953.
Dedication Service of Church Building, December 8, 1935

This program provides the order of service for the dedication of service of an unidentified church building on December 8, 1935.
De Leval Diary for County Agents, 1964

This date book for County Agents doesn't contain any notes or appointments.
Editorial, Buck…a…Rambles, "It's All Over Folks!", Silas Lee Buchanan, August 30, 1935

Buck…a…Rambles, an editorial written by the Winona Times circulation manager "Circulation Buck", Silas Lee Buchanan, covers multiple topics including politician, reminiscences of home, and local news and gossip.
Envelope, 150th Anniversary of Mississippi Territory, April 7, 1948

This envelope, postmarked April 7, 1948 in Natchez, Mississippi, bears the image of Connally's Tavern in Natchez where the first U. S. flag was raised, as well as, an illustration of Governor Winthrop Sargeant and steamboat on the Mississippi River. A three cent Mississippi Territory postage stamp is in the upper right corner of the envelope.
Envelope, E. L. Barry, undated

This envelope has the name, E. L. Barry handwritten across it.
Envelope, Mississippi State College to Mr. J. F. Buchanan, January 5, 1944

This Mississippi State College E. H. White, Director of Extension envelope is addressed to Mr. J. F. (James Franklin) Buchanan, Assistant County Agent, Carthage, Mississippi. The envelope is postmarked January 5, 1944
Envelope, Mrs. Frank Buchanan, April 2, 1992

This envelope, postmarked April 2, 1992 in Meridian, Mississippi, is addressed to Mrs. Franklin Buchanan and includes a twenty-nine cent postage stamp.
Eulogy Poems and Obituary, November 1996

The obituary for George W. Buchanan, who died on November 17, 1996, is accompanied by two eulogy poems by Janice Townes, celebrating Buchanan's life and eternal rest in Heaven.
First Presbyterian Church, 1931 Comrade Sunday School Class List, 1978

This list names members of the 1931 Comrade Sunday School class at the First Presbyterian Church in Starkville. The list, made from the author's memory, was compiled in April 1978 and may have originally accompanied a photograph.
First Presbyterian Church Budget, 1991

The 1991 First Presbyterian Church Budget allocates funds towards various employees, programs, utilities, supplies, missions, and other church necessities. The condensed financial report for 1990 is included with how much of the previous year's budget was spent.
First Presbyterian Church Directory, 1975

The 1975 First Presbyterian Church, Inc. of Kosciusko, Mississippi directory includes a brief history of the church, photos of the ministry leaders, photos of various church groups and classes, photos of church members, and the 1975 membership roster. An illustration of the church is on the cover of the directory and several blue ink marks are on the cover and throughout the directory.
First Presbyterian Church Directory, 1980

The 1980 First Presbyterian Church, Inc. of Kosciusko, Mississippi directory includes photos of various church groups and classes, photos of church members, and the 1980 membership roster.
Floral Record for Funeral Services of Mrs. Texanana W. Buchanan, December 13, 1955

This document provides a record of the floral arrangements provided Texanna W. Buchanan's funeral service. The record lists the name, the florist used, and the type of arrangement and flowers sent. The floral record was prepared by the Wright and Ferguson Funeral Home in Jackson, Mississippi on December 13, 1955.
Folder with Content Notes, 1950

This manila folder has notes written on it identifying the stories written and contained within.