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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Folder with Notes, 1950
This manila folder has notes written on it indicating that notes on James Franklin Buchanan's writings on Shuck Smith.
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Ford Dealer's 1961 Passenger Car Service Policy, October 14, 1960
This authorized Ford dealer's 1961 passenger car service policy was provided to Frank (James Franklin) Buchanan on October 14, 1960 for the car purchased from O. K. Power, Inc. The policy cover provides the car details and the interior provides warranty details and other information on the dealership's responsibility after the purchase of the Ford vehicle.
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Formal Marriage Announcement, Miriam and Leighton Ray, September 23, 1927
Manuel Winter Jackson formally announces the wedding and marriage of his daughter Miriam Jackson to Dr. Leighton Ray in Nevada on September 23, 1927.
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Frank M. "Shuck" Smith Paper by James Franklin Buchanan, undated
This paper, written by James Franklin Buchanan, shares several anecdotes and stories about his friendship with fellow Extension Agent, Frank M. "Shuck" Smith, including how he got his nickname, "Shuck".
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Funeral Guest Book for James Franklin Buchanan, March 30, 1992
This Jordan Funeral Service funeral guest book, dated March 30, 1992, documents the guests at James Franklin Buchanan's funeral. The book includes several poems and quotes about death, grief, and passing into heaven.
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Funeral Guest Book, undated
This undated and unidentified funeral service guestbook documents the people in attendance for a funeral of an unidentified person. An image of a church and a poem titled "The Eternal Goodness" by J. G. Whittier is included on the first two pages.
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Funeral Register for Texanna Buchanan, December 13, 1955
The register for Texanna Buchanan (Mrs. R. D. Buchanan) funeral at the Wright and Ferguson Chapel on December 13, 1955. A sheet detailing the funeral service information is included.
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Funeral Sermon, 1992
Two copies of a typed funeral sermon with handwritten notes. A manila envelope with "Harriet" written on it is included.
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Funeral Service Draft, 1992
A draft of the funeral service for James Franklin Buchanan that contains sections of the sermon typed onto strips of paper and taped, in order, onto a sheet of paper. Handwritten notes are throughout the pages and a handwritten draft of the order of service is on the last page.
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Funeral Service Outline, 1992
These handwritten notes outline the funeral services for James Franklin Buchanan and include placement of songs, prayers, and the sermon.
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Genealogy Notes, Gordan and Buchanan Families, undated.
Genealogy notes from the Gordan family, buried in Rosehill Cemetery in Panola County, and James Franklin Buchanan's siblings, both living and dead.
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Genealogy Notes, Hays and Buchanan Families, undated.
This sheet of paper contains the names, family association, and place of residence for the hays and Buchanan families.
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German Hospitality Intercontinental Ticket Stub, 1973
This green German Hospitality Intercontinental ticket stub assigns the traveler to seat 146.
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Greeting Card, Azema and Benn to James Franklin Buchanan, February 27, 1961
This congratulatory greeting card, sent to James Franklin Buchanan from Zema and Benn states that they are "mighty proud" of him for being the people's choice and states that they'd been sent a copy of the newspaper write up. The cover of the greeting card is an illustration of a group of colorful flowers with "Congratulations" within a text box. The interior of the card included another illustration of flowers on the left and a greeting of congratulations and best wishes on the right, followed by the handwritten note. And envelope postmarked New Orleans, Louisiana, February 27, 1961, is included.
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Greeting card, Dixie and David, Jr. to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, undated
This card, sent by Dixie and David, Jr., offers a gift for James Franklin and Margaret Ray's newborn daughter, Harriet Ann Ray. The illustration on the exterior of the card include an infant playing peek-a-boo and a bunny riding a rocking horse with the words "Here's a gift for Baby" beside it. The interior of the card includes a brief poem about "gift for baby".
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Greeting Card, Ethel to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1961
Simply signed "Ethel", this Valentine's Day card features illustrations of blue flowers and red hearts and contains a printed note expressing appreciation for being an easy person to work for.
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Greeting card, Evelyn and Harold Teasley to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, April 14, 1947
This greeting card, sent by Evelyn and Harold Teasley, congratulates James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan on the birth of their baby, a daughter named Harriet Ann. The card features illustrations of parents and a baby in different scenarios with humorous text accompanying them. An envelope postmarked Jacksonville, Florida, April 14, 1947 is included with the card.
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Greeting card, Frances and Hugh Potts to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, February 19, 1964
This greeting card, sent by Frances and Hugh Potts to James Franklin "Frank" and Margaret Ray Buchanan, lets the Buchanans know that they are thinking of them and are thankful for their thirty year friendship. The illustration on the card consists of blue, pink, purple and teal butterflies, and blue and purple flowers. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a five cent postage stamp is included. A handwritten not along the bottom of the envelope states "30th Anniversary I came here 30 years ago today (Feb. 19, 1964) From Frances and Hugh Potts."
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Greeting Card, Gertrude to James Franklin Buchanan, February 1961
In this greeting card, Gertrude offers congratulations to James Franklin "Frank" Buchanan and let him know how proud she is of him. She goes on to say she clipped the article and sent it to "Mama and Papa" and knows they will be pleased. The cover of the greeting card is pink with red roses and contains a note of "kindest thoughts and best wishes"
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Greeting card, Ida to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, undated
This card, sent by Ida to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, congratulates them on the birth of their daughter, Harriett Ann. The cover of the card features an illustration of a baby in the center of a four leaf clover surrounded by pink flowers with text congratulating the baby and the parents. An envelope with Frank and Margret written across it is included.
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Greeting card, Jack and Grace to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, undated
This card, sent by Jack and Grace to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, congratulates them on the birth of their daughter. An illustration of a baby in a long white and blue trimmed gown laying on a pillow atop a blue pot is on the cover of the card and the interior illustration depicts a baby's face on a blue trimmed gift tag. The interior text is a poem about congratulating mother and dad for the welcome of "someone small".
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Greeting card, Marie and Carolyn to James Franklin And Margaret Ray Buchanan, undated
This card, sent by Marie and Carolyn offers James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan best wishes on the birth of their baby. An illustration of a Baby in a blue box is on the cover of the card and an illustration of two bluebirds is on the interior.
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Greeting card, Mary S. Edens to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, undated
This card, sent by Mary S. Edens offers James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan congratulations on the birth of their baby. An illustration of a Baby on blue pillows inside a yellow basket surrounded by flowers a, a lamb, and a duckling is on the front cover of the card. The interior greeting is accompanied by illustrations of roses, blue ribbons, a lamb, and a duckling.
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Greeting card, Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Moody and family to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan
This card, sent by Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Moody and family, congratulates James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan on the birth of their baby, a daughter named Harriet Ann. The card features illustrations of a baby and baby shoes with a wide ribbon attached to a baby's rattler to for the "C" in congratulations. The card is bordered by illustrations of pink roses. The interior of the card includes a brief poem about a baby's smile making life worthwhile.
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Greeting card, Mrs. Beckham and Hortense, undated
This card, sent by Mrs. Beckham and Hortense to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan on the birth of their daughter, Harriett Ann, features a baby in pink snuggled in a fluffy white pillow with a ribbon and flower border around it. The text on the front and inside offers good wishes on the birth of a new baby.
