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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Greeting card, Phyllis to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, April 15, 1947

This greeting card, sent by Phyllis, 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 snuggled into a fluffy white pillow among blue and pink flowers. A stuffed puppy and toy ducks are also depicted. The accompanying text is a poem celebrating a new baby and the note included expresses Phyllis's joy at the news of the new baby. An envelope with a Port Arthur, Texas postmark, dated April 15, 1947, is included.
Greeting card, The Twentieth Century Club to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, undated

This card, sent by the Twentieth Century Club, 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.
Handwritten Note, "Funeral School Closing", undated

This handwritten note, written on Buffalo Insurance Company note paper, appears to be a draft of a poem on youth, life, death, and faith,
Handwritten Note, "God's Power", undated

This handwritten note provides a brief description of how Chiang Kai became a Christian.
Handwritten Note, "There is no unbelief", undated

This handwritten note, written on Etna Insurance Company notepaper, contains several notes on Christianity, belief, and evil.
Handwritten Note, undated

This handwritten note is written on a torn scrap of paper and pertains to the prayer, meditation, and life of someone identified as Gen. Chiang Kai.
Headstone Notes, 1981

These scraps of paper contain information on various headstones of the Buchanan family collected by Frank Buchanan in 1981, including Zenobia Buchanan, Morris B., Mary Irene Buchanan, and Rex.
Hierarchy Chart of the 4-H Organization, undated

This document shows a heretical chart of the chain of command for the 4-H command starting with the United States Department of Agriculture and Extension Services and ending with the individual club member.
History, First Presbyterian Church of Kosciusko, Mississippi, 1944

Historical highlights of the First Presbyterian Church in Kosciusko, Mississippi, from 1844-1944. The highlights cover the beginnings of the church, the church during and after the Civil War, the effects of the first and second World Wars on the church, and the growth of the church. A photo of the church is on the front cover of the history and a succession of ministers from 1844-1943 is on the back cover of the program.
History of the 42nd Mississippi Infantry Regiment, undated

This document provides a brief history of the 42nd Mississippi Infantry Regiment, Company I, formed in Panola County, Mississippi on April 21, 1862. Robert M. Buchanan, ancestor of James Franklin Buchanan, served in this regiment.
Information Bulletin, February 1964

Volume one number two of the Information Bulletin, published by the Mississippi Association of Methodist Ministers and Laymen offers a look at a recent article written by Robert Raines for the First Methodist Church of Germantown-Philadelphia, Pa.'s publication, Tidings as well as other news of Methodist churches.
Instructions for Tax Form 1040-ES, 1943

This form provides instructions for the 1943 declaration form 1040-ES, including table for estimating tax on income less than ten thousand dollars and computation of estimated income and victory tax for 1943.
Investment Receipt, Buchanan and Company, Inc. to Margaret Ray Buchanan and Harriet Buchanan, April 1, 1978

This investment receipt with Buchanan and Co., Incorporated, provides details on the initial investment, the payment due, trade date, maturity date, and security.
Investment Receipt, Buchanan and Company, Inc. to Margaret Ray Buchanan and Harriet Buchanan, February 1, 1977

This investment receipt with Buchanan and Co., Incorporated, provides details on the initial investment, the payment due, trade date, maturity date, and security. The second sheet, marks the investment as paid on November 18, 1987.
Invitation and Transcript, Portrait Unveiling for Congressman Jamie L. Whitten, September 20, 1984

This commemorative invitation provides information on the unveiling of the official portrait of United States Congressman, Jamie L. Whitten, on September 20, 1984. A transcript of the speeches delivered by various Congressional members is included with the invitation.
Invitation to Tea, undated

Mrs. Leighton Ray and Mrs. John Lucien Calene, Jr. issued and invitation for tea on a Saturday afternoon in honor of Miss Julianne Grace.
James Franklin Buchanan Courses at Mississippi State College, 1928-1939

This document identifies and lists the courses studied at Mississippi State College by James Franklin Buchanan while pursuing his Bachelor of Science degree in the School of Agriculture and began a Master's degree in soils study. The courses were taken from September 1928 to May 1932.
James Franklin "Frank" Buchanan and Red Lynch, January 1945

This blurry, black and white photograph shows James Franklin Buchanan and Red Lynch in uniform, standing in front of rocks and trees while stationed in Dijon, France in January 1945.
James Franklin "Frank" , October 1945

This black and white photograph shows James Franklin "Frank" Buchanan in uniform standing in front of a dirt road or path and trees. "Marseille" is written along the bottom edge and the back of the photograph identifies it as "October 1945, Frank Buchanan Marseille".
John R. Buchanan Family Information, undated

This document provides a brief speculation on the heritage and family history of John R. Buchanan of Panola County, Mississippi. A handwritten note stating that John R. Buchanan was the father of Robert McDonald has been marked through.
Kosciusko-Attala Chamber of Commerce End of Year Report, 1967

The 1967 end of year report for the Kosciusko-Attala Chamber of Commerce provides information on the elected officers and directors, the work done by the various committees and events that took place through the year.
Kosciusko Bank Savings Record Book for Margaret Ray, 1921-1930

This Kosciusko Bank Savings Department book records Margaret Ray's savings deposits from April 1921 through February 1930. The book also provides instructions on rules and regulations governing deposits and payments and advice on "how to get rich."
Land Survey Documents, Leake County, Mississippi, February 16, 1977

This set of documents contains the land survey done on property owned by James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan in Leake County on February 16, 1977, a letter to their neighbor offering to include them in the survey as it pertains to their property lines, and a copy of the warranty deed for a parcel of land sold to T. W. Tolleson in 1956.
Leake County, Mississippi Contest Information, 1936

This set of papers provides information pertaining to a contest sponsored by International Harvester Company of Chicago. A list of the boys entering the contest, dated January 27, 1936 is included along with a blank form letter dated January 28,1936, informing an unnamed club member of their eligibility to compete, a document advising on Farm Account Requirements, and a letter from Leonard Evans to James Franklin Buchanan, dated March 14, 1936.
Letter, Arthur Nester, Jr. to James Franklin and Margaret Ray Buchanan, June 14, 1985

In this letter, dated June 14, 1985, Arthur Nester, Jr., president of the Kemper County Chamber of Commerce, writes to James Franklin "Frank" and Margaret Ray Buchanan to inviting them to join in a celebration for Senator John C. Stennis's 84th birthday. The Nester informs them of the some of the planned events and lets them know that full details are forthcoming. A newspaper clipping about the event is taped to the bottom of the letter.