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Hays Ray Webb Collection

The Hays Ray Webb digital collection is a collection of selected digitized materials from the Hays Ray Webb collection. The digtial collection contains family correspondence about the Civil War.

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High School Graduation Invitation and Program, May, 27, 1913

Kosciusko High School

In this invitation, the senior class of Kosciusko, Mississippi invites attendees to attend the graduation exercises on May 27, 1913. The class roll and program are included.
Letter, Emmett L. Ray to Annie Webb Ray, May 25, 1913

Emmett L. Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated May 25, 1913, Emmett L. Ray writes to his wife, Annie Webb Ray to tell her about his travels, who he's with, and what the scenery has been like. He speaks about how poor the country is and how it seems a hundred years behind.
Debts Owed Inventory, E. L. Ray , January 12, 1912

This inventory documents the debts and notes owed to E. L. Ray as well as cash and other assets as of January 12, 1912. Notes due and cash on for his wife, Annie Ray are listed at the bottom of the back page.
Funeral Notice, Captain Walter Burgess, July 22, 1912

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Captain Walter Burgess of Kosciusko, Mississippi on July 22, 1912. There are water stains on the paper.
Funeral Notice, Miss Ruth Hawkins Dodd, August 31, 1912

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Miss Ruth Hawkins Dodd of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 31, 1912 with Reverend C. T. Thomson officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. Claud A. Jackson, March 25, 1912

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. Claud A. Jackson of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 25, 1912 with Reverend C. T. Thomson officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. N. F. Terry, February 21, 1912

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. N. F. Terry of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 21, 1912 with Mr. R. J. Turner officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Mary S. Davis, July 30, 1912

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Mary S. Davis of Kosciusko, Mississippi, July 30, 1912 with Reverend C. T. Thomson officiating.
Newspaper Clipping, A Visit to Malmaison, Drew Civic League Visits Chieftain's Home in a Body

This article describes a visit the Drew Civic League made to the historic home of Greenwood Leflore, Malmaison in the early nineteen hundreds. The article, written by Mrs. H. W. Strigler, describes some of the history of the home and it's original owner as told to the group of visitors by Leflore's son-in-law, W. L. Ray.
Debts Owed Inventory, E. L. Ray , January 17, 1911

This inventory documents the debts owed to E. L. Ray in total of sixteen thousand eight hundred seventy-eight dollars and twenty cents and as of January 17, 1911. An inventory of debts owed and cash on hand for Annie Ray is included at the bottom of the back page.
Funeral Notice, Charles Douglas Luckett, April 16, 1911

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Charles Douglas Luckett of Kosciusko, Mississippi on April 16, 1911 with Reverend V. C. Curtis officiating.
Funeral Notice, Elsie McKee, May 17, 1911

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Elsie McKee of Kosciusko, Mississippi on May 17, 1911.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Lina Hunter Haden, December 30, 1911

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Lina Hunter Haden of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 30, 1911 with Reverend C. W. Baley officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. W. D. Triplett, August 14, 1911

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. W. D. Triplett of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 14, 1911 with Reverend V. C. Curtis officiating.
Program, Unveiling Ceremonies of the Confederate Monument, Kosciusko, Mississippi, December 8, 1911

This program provides the schedule of events during the unveiling ceremonies of the Confederate monument on Court Square in Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 8, 1911. Activities include musical performances, multiple speakers, a roll call of Confederacy, the unveiling, and a Line of March.
Debts Owed Inventory, E. L. Ray , January 5, 1910

This inventory documents the debts owed to E. L. Ray in total of sixteen thousand eight hundred fourteen dollars and fifty-on cents and one debt that Ray owes as of January 5, 1910. An inventory of debts owed and cash on hand for Annie Ray is included at the bottom of the back page.
Funeral Notice, Captain L. D. Fletcher, December 15, 1910

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Captain L. D. Fletcher of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 15, 1910 with Dr. C. T. Thompson officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. B. F. Edwards, May 28, 1910

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. B. F. Edwards of Kosciusko, Mississippi May 28, 1910 with Reverend R. A. Tucker officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Carrie B. Gregory, December 14, 1910

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Carrie B. Gregory of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 14, 1910 with Reverend V. C. Curtis officiating.
Letter, from L. T. Jones to a Friend of the Hays-Ray Family, [1910]

L. T. Jones

In this typed letter, L. T. Jones writes from Fulton, Kentucky to an unnamed friend to offer condolences on the death of Mrs. Hays. She goes on to speak of the Robert and Annie Ray family and ask after Eva Boyd. She goes on to discuss the upcoming election or vote concerning possible prohibition of alcohol and describes it as a battle between the wets and the dries.
Deed, Robert J. Bell and Mary G Bell to J.V. Plyler and E. L. Ray, March 4, 1909

This deed, dated March 4, 1909, describes the sale and conveyance of parcel of land sold to J. V. Plyler and E. L. Ray from Robert J. Bell and Mary G. Bell at a cost of one thousand dollars. The deed is notarized by Justice of the Peace C. T. Sweatt. The information for filing the deed in the Chancery Court is recorded on the back of the deed.
Envelope, Official Commemorative Medal of Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, 1909

This empty envelope states that it was created for and certifies the authenticity of the Official Commemorative Medal of the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition that was held within it. The envelope bares images of the signatures of the Exposition's president, director of concessions, and the director of the exposition.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Nannie Meek Fletcher, February 8, 1909

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Nannie Meek Fletcher of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 8, 1909 with Reverend C. T. Thompson officiating.
Inventory of Notes, Cash, Etc., E. L Ray, January 8, 1909

This inventory documents the debts and notes owed to E. L. Ray as well as cash and other assets as of January 8, 1909. The back of the page documents notes due and cash on for his wife, Annie Ray.
Newspaper Clipping, History of Panola County, Compiled from Reminiscences of Oldest Citizens, Southern Reporter, May 28, 1909

This page of the Southern Reporter, dated May 28, 1909, contains a compilation of stories describing the history of Panola County, Mississippi including a photograph of Reverend R. H. Crozier. Other articles on the page include news from the area and a poem titled "The Lost Child" reprinted from the New York Times.
Newspaper, Southern Reporter, May 28, 1909

The history of Panola County, Mississippi is the front page headline of this eight page issue of the Southern Reporter, dated May 28, 1909. Other items within the issue include poems, advertisements for various tonics and health aids, national, state, and local news, personals, short stories, announcements, and a directory. Articles of note concern the U.S.'s involvement in the Philippines and President Taft's economic ideology. The pages of the newspaper all show signs of wear, tearing and some age stains.
Letter, Bernard B. Jones to Matilda Ann “Lit” Boyd Webb, December 23, 1909

Bernard B. Jones

In this handwritten letter, dated December 23, 1909, Bernard. B. Jones of Bristow Oklahoma writes to Mrs. Webb, Matilda Ann “Lit” Boyd Webb, in Kosciusko, Mississippi to wish her and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. He states "Distances and silence never keeps me from often thinking of your and yours and 'a noble woman's work well done.' " The letter is written on B. B. Jones Farm Lands Farm Loans" stationary and an envelope labeled "B.B. Jones (The Land Man) is included. The envelope is postmarked Bristow, Oklahoma, December 24, 1909 and a red, two sent George Washington postage stamp is placed sideways in the upper right corner.
Account Ledger, R. B. Ray, 108-1922

This ledger documents the accounts managed by R.B. Ray from 1908-1922.
Debts Owed and Cash on Hand Inventory, E. L. and Annie Ray , January 14, 1908

This inventory documents the debts owed to E. L. Ray in total of eight thousand twenty-three dollars and ten cents and cash assets as of January 14, 1908. A separate sheet documents debts owed and cash assets of Annie Ray. Both inventories are written on Chancery Court of Attala County estate inventory sheets with estate and chancery court wording marked through.
Funeral Notice, Mr. R. H. Howell, March 28, 1908

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. R. H. Howell of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 28, 1908 with Reverend M. O. Patterson officiating.
Letter, from William Etta "Willie" Webb to Matilda Ann Boyd "Lit" Webb, May 4, 1908

William "Willie" Etta Webb

In this handwritten letter, William Etta "Willie" Webb writes to her mother-in-law, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi to apologize for taking so long to write her back, explaining that she had been visiting her niece. She goes on to talk about the weather and how the rain has ruined many of the crops. She discusses her daughter's desire to visit the family in Mississippi during summer and how school work drains her so badly.
Debts Owed Inventory, E. L. Ray , January 5, 1907

This inventory documents the debts owed to E. L. Ray in total of thirteen thousand three hundred twenty-four dollars and ten cents as of January 5, 1907. The balance of money owed includes money owed to his wife, Annie.
Envelope Addressed to Mrs. R. B. Webb, June 4, 1907

This empty envelope is addressed to Mrs. R. B. Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi. The envelope is Vaiden, Mississippi, June 4, 1907 and a red, two cent postage stamp is in the upper right corner. The left edge of the envelope is torn.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, June 3, 1907

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated June 3, 1907, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to let her know how she's doing and how she's enjoying her new home in Vaiden, Mississippi. She goes on to discuss the church she's attending and how she likes the people there. She continues the letter on June 4th by discussing the weather, what her room looks like, and how her health is progressing.
Letter, John Gordon Davis Boyd to Annie Webb Ray, September 22, 1907

John Gordan Davis Boyd

In this handwritten letter, dated September 22, 1907, John Gordan Davis Boyd writes to his niece, Annie Webb Ray to offer her advice on caring for his elderly sister, Annie's Aunt Sophia who has moved to Kosciusko, Mississippi from El Passo, Texas where he had been caring for her previously. He encourages her to look past Sophia's peculiarities and explains to her the way he handled and assisted Sophia. There are two letters with similar information, presumably written on the same date.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, October 27, 1907

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated October 27, 1907, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett Leighton Ray to let him know that she made it to Richmond, Virginia and describes the hotel where she is staying. She describes how sick she got the day before and how it delayed their travel and how their travel went. She goes on to tell him how much she misses him and their children.
Letter, from William Etta "Willie" Webb to Matilda Ann Boyd "Lit" Webb, February 23, 1907

William "Willie" Etta Webb

In this handwritten letter, Willie E. Webb writes form Houston Heights, Texas to her mother-in-law, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd in Mississippi to update her on how everyone is doing. She speaks of her own mother's poor health and how everyone in the family has had bad colds. She goes on to update her on Reggie's school, what she's heard from her brother-in-law, Clayton, and how well their dairy is doing.
Debts Owed Inventory, E. L. Ray , January 1, 1906

This inventory documents the debts owed to E. L. Ray in total of one thousand forty-three dollars and seventy-two cents as of January 1, 1906. The inventory is written on a Sate of Mississippi, Attala County Estate inventory sheet with all mentions of "deceased" marked through, as Ray was still alive at the time.
Funeral Notice, Edwin A. Sawyer, July 7, 1906

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Edwin A. Sawyer of Kosciusko, Mississippi on July 7, 1906 with Dr. R. J. Beattie officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. A. G. Beauchamp, October 20, 1906

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. A. G. Beauchamp of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 20, 1906.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. J. E. Clark, May 4, 1906

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. J. E. Clark of Kosciusko, Mississippi on May 4, 1906.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. R. B. Johnson, December 22, 1906

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. R. B. Johnson of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 22, 1906 with Reverend R. J. Beattie officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. William J. Gallaway, November 5, 1906

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. William J. Gallaway of Kosciusko, Mississippi with Reverend R. J. Beattie officiating.
Merchants and Farmers Check, Mrs. M. A. Webb to Cash, March 16, 1906

This Merchants and Farmers check is made out to Cash for twenty-seven dollars and 21 cents and is signed by Mrs. M. A. Webb per Annie W. Ray. A blue "Paid" stamp dated March 13, 1906 is in sideways in the center of the check.
Merchants and Farmers Check, Mrs. M. A. Webb to R. T. Orr, May 8, 1906

This Merchants and Farmers Bank check is made out to R. T. Orr for fifty dollars and signed by Mrs. M. A. Webb per E. L. Ray. A blue "paid" stamp dated May 8, 1906 is in the center of the check.
Promissory Note, J. Burchfield to E. L. Ray, August 27, 1907

This promissory note, dated August 27, 1907, states that J. Burchfield promises to pay E. L. Ray ten dollars by December 15, 1907 at a ten percent interest rate. The image of woman with 12.50 written above it is on the left end of the note.
Promissory Note, J. H. Hollingsworth to E. L. Ray, July 3, 1906

This promissory note, dated July 3, 1906, states that J. H. Hollingsworth promises to pay E. L. Ray fourteen dollars with a ten percent interest rate by December 1, 1906. An illustration of a woman standing among tall grass is on the left end of the note.
Promissory Note, S. J. Proctor and A. J. Johnson, Jr., December 1, 1906

In this promissory note, S. J. Proctor and A. J. Johnson, Jr. promise to pay E. L. Ray twenty-two dollars by December 1, 1906 with ten percent interest. An illustration of a horned now is on the left end of the note.
Debts Owed Inventory, E. L. Ray, January 10, 1905

This inventory documents the debts owed to E. L. Ray in total of six thousand eight hundred nineteen dollars and ninety-nine cents as of January 10, 1905. The inventory is written on a Sate of Mississippi, Attala County Estate inventory sheet with all mentions of "deceased" marked through, as Ray was still alive at the time.
Envelope Addressed to Mrs. M. G. Webb, Kosciusko, Mississippi

This empty, white envelope is addressed to Mrs. M. A. Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi with a return request to Esther R. Webb. The envelope is postmarked April 4, 1905 in Texas and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp is placed in the upper right.
Funeral Notice, Judge C. H. Campbell, March 8, 1905

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Judge C. H. Campbell of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 8, 1905. There are water stains on the paper.
Funeral Notice, Mr. B. W. Runnels, June 30, 1905

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. B. W. Runnels of Kosciusko, Mississippi on June 30, 1905 with Reverend E. S. Lewis and Dr. Alexander officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. J. W. Gillialand, May 15, 1905

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. J. W. Gilliland of Kosciusko, Mississippi on May 15, 1905 with Reverend R. J. Beattie and Reverend J. H. Alexander officiating.
Merchants and Farmers Bank, Account Book, 1903-1905

This Merchants and Farmers Bank book ledger is an account of Mrs. M. A. Webb's account with entries from 1903 and 1905. The book keeps up with four pages of expenses and balances from month to month.
Merchants and Farmers Check, Mrs. M. A. Webb to Cash, December 23, 1905

This Merchants and Farmers Bank check is made out to Cash for ten dollars by Mrs. M. A. Webb per A. W. Ray. A blue "paid" stamp dated December 26, 1905 is in the center of the check.
Merchants and Farmers Check, Mrs. M. A. Webb to J. D. Sumner, November 23, 1905

This Merchants and Farmers Bank check is made out to J. D. Sumner for ten dollars from Mrs. M. A. Webb and signed by E. L. Ray. A blue "Paid" stamp dated December 4, 1905 is in the center of the check.
Merchants and Farmers Check, Mrs. M. A. Webb to J. W. Black T. C., November 23, 1906

This Merchants and Farmers Bank check is made out to J. W. Black T. C. for sixteen dollars from Mrs. M. A. Webb and signed by E. L. Ray. A blue "Paid" stamp dated November 24, 1905 is in the center of the check.
Newspaper Clipping, Kosciusko Public School Closes, 1915

This article, titled "Kosciusko Public School Closes", details the graduation exercise of the Kosciusko High School including the program of various speakers and music. The article goes on to praise Professor Boyd and his assistants for their "unceasing labor for the success of the school." The class roll of the graduates is at the end of the article. The estimated year of this graduation is based on Leighton Ray's presence in the graduating class. There is some damage near the bottom of the article.
Promissory Note, J. L. Proctor to E. L. Ray, March 10, 1905

This promissory note states that J. L. Proctor and C. C. Proctor promise to repay E. L. Ray eleven dollars by January 1, 1906 with a ten percent interest rate. The note is dated March 10, 1905 in Kosciusko, Mississippi, and bears the image of a cow with horns on the left end of the note.
Letter, from W. E. Jones to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, April 27, 1905

W.E. Jones

In this typed letter, W. E. Jones writes from Bristow, Indian Territory to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi to thank her for thinking of the Jones family and the present Webb sent. Jones goes on to describe how much Webb's friendship means and shares fond memories from their childhoods. The letter is typed on The First State Bank letterhead.
Letter, from Ruth Webb Moore to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, 1905

Ruth Webb Moore to Webb Moore

In this handwritten letter, Ruth Webb Moore writes from Mexico to her mother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi to describe her trip to Mexico including where they stayed, what the houses are like there, and the food they'd eaten. She goes on to describe the terrain they viewed during their travels. She thanks her mother for the items she sent and describes how they suit her.
Letter, from Ruth Webb Moore to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, June 17, 1905

Ruth Webb Moore to Webb Moore

In this handwritten letter, Ruth Webb Moore writes from Atlanta, Texas to her mother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi to share news from the family in Texas and her and her husband's health. She goes on to describe things happening within their church and the new pastor. She closes by asking after the family in Mississippi and expressing her wish to see them, especially the new babies in the family.
Letter, from Elizabeth Jane "Bess" Butts Webb to Matilda Ann “Lit” Boyd Webb, February 18, 1905

Elizabeth Jane Butts Webb

In this handwritten letter, Elizabeth "Bess" Webb writes to her mother-in-law, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to apologize for not writing sooner and quips that she can't be expected to care for anything other than her baby. She goes on to tell her about the snow and how she and Arthur (Matilda's son) are learning to skate and closes by asking after the family down south.
Letter, from Esther Ruth Webb (Montgomery) to Matilda Ann “Lit” Boyd Webb, April 1, 1905

Esther Ruth Webb

In this handwritten letter, Esther Webb writes from Dakota, Texas to her grandmother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in Mississippi. She updates her grandmother on how everyone in the family is doing and talks about the weather. She goes on to describe how their chicken farm is producing and asks after the family in Mississippi. Esther is the daughter of Charles and Martha Webb.
Letter, from Mary Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, May 14, 1905

Mary Webb

In this handwritten letter, Mary Webb writes from Dakota, Texas to her grandmother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi as a response to the letter she'd received. Mary tells her grandmother of the cattle they sold the day before and how much they sold for and laments the fact that he sold their milk cow, as well. She goes on to describe school and apprises her of the grades she got from recent exams and responds to a question asked in the her grandmother's letter.
Account Ledger, E. L. Ray, 1904-1908

This ledger documents the accounts managed by E. L. Ray from 1904-1908.
Deed of Trust, T. O. Conner, E. L. Ray, Guardian of Beach Heirs, June 17, 1904

This deed of trust, dated June 17, 1904, states that T. O. Conner is indebted to E. L. Ray and the Guardian of Benjamin and Bertha Beach for the sum of seventy-five dollars on his promissory note. The trust details the conditions of the loan, including the collateral and additional terms. A copy of the promissory note between Conner and Ray, dated June 17, 1904 is included with the deed of trust.
Individual Business Statement, E. L. Ray, January 1, 1904

This statement of E. L. Ray's individual business lists note payments, carried balances, stocks, and balances due him as of January 1, 1904. An unnamed diagram is drawn on the back of the statement.
Promissory Note, S. J. Proctor and L. D. Rone to E. L. Ray, January 22, 1904

In this promissory note, dated January 22, 1904, S. J. Proctor and L. D. Rone promise to pay E. L. Ray sixty-five dollars by December 1, 1904 with ten percent interest.
Letter, Arthur L. Webb to Annie Webb Ray, August 2, 1904

Arthur L. Webb

In this handwritten letter, dated August 2, 1904, Arthur L. Webb writes to his sister, Annie Webb Ray to tell her he hopes to be able to come to Kosciusko to visit if he'd invited and goes on to warn her about a situation with their aunt, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays, where-in she is threatening to sue him. He states that she has no grounds to sue but that he is concerned because she is their aunt. He explains where the situation originated from and defends his part in it. He shares other news that is loosely related and ends the letter by saying he may resign from his recently elected position as lieutenant in a Yankee regiment due to the cost of the uniforms.
Account Ledger, E. L. Ray, 1903-1923

This ledger documents the accounts managed by E. L. Ray from 1903-1923.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Ophelia Doty, February 27, 1902

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Ophelia Doty, of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 27, 1902 with Reverend G. T. Chandler and Reverend Dr. J. H. Alexander officiating.
Newspaper Clipping, Reverend James Harvey Alexander Fiftieth Year in Christian Ministry, 1902

This newspaper clipping from the Kosciusko Star is an article congratulating and celebrating the fifty year Christian ministry of Reverend J. H. Alexander. The article gives a brief biography of Alexander's career in the ministry. A photograph of Alexander is included with the article.
Funeral Notice, Captain L. H. Hollingsworth, September 23, 1901

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Captain L. H. Hollingsworth of Kosciusko, Mississippi on September 23, 1901 with Reverend H. P. Hurt officiating.
Funeral Notice, Infant Son, Mr. and Mrs. W.J. McWhorter, September 26, 1901

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of the infant son of Mrs. and Mrs. W. J. McWhorter on September 26, 1901 with Reverend J. H. Shumaker officiating.
Funeral Notice, John B. Hull, January 3, 1901

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of John B. Hull of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 3, 1901 with Dr. G. T. Chandler and Reverend J. H. Shumaker officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Sue M. Howard, November 18, 1901

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Sue M. Howard of Kosciusko, Mississippi on November 18, 1901 with Reverend J. H. Shumaker officiating.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, August 16, 1901

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated August 16, 1901, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to apologize for the delay in writing. She explains that she is rarely idle except when she has to rest. She goes on to say she wished she could have afforded to pay for Lit to come to El Paso as she believes it would have done her sister good. She goes on to say that she has moved to a room at the Plaza Hotel in El Paso, Texas and is finding it comfortable. She goes on to ask after Lit's children and report on the family in Texas.
Account Ledger, E. L. Ray, 1900-1903

This ledger documents the accounts managed by E. L. Ray from 1900 to 1903.
Funeral Notice, Robert B. Webb, February 10, 1900

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Robert B. Webb of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 10, 1900 with Reverend H. P. Hurt and Dr. J. H. Alexander officiating.
Newspaper Clipping, R. B. (Robert B.) Webb obituary, 1900

This obituary eulogizes R. B. (Robert B.) Webb and describes the vast number of family and friends in attendance at his funeral. Webb died on February 10, 1900 in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Photograph, Elizabeth's Sixth Birthday

This black and white photograph shows a young girl holding a round cake while surrounded by a group of other young children. The back of the photograph identifies the photo as being that of Elizabeth's sixth birthday and lists all the other children present.
Letter, from F. J. Paxon to Robert B. Webb, January 4, 1900

F J. Paxon

In this typed letter, F. J. Paxon writes to Robert. B. Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi to share his admiration for the work Webb did as secretary and treasurer of the Kosciusko schools and expresses his regret at Webb's resignation from the position due to declining health. The letter is written on American Baptist Publication Society letterhead.
Letter, from Clayton Webb to Matilda Ann “Lit” Boyd Webb, March 19, 1900

Clayton Webb

In this handwritten letter, Clayton Webb writes form Cameron, Texas to his mother Matilda Ann “Lit” Boyd Webb in Kosciusko, Mississippi to tell her about his fishing trip, update her on some news he's heard from a friend, talk about the weather and crops. He goes on to ask her to have his sister, Annie, write to him. The letter is written on Office of the Commercial Saloon Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars letterhead.
Letter, from J. G. Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd, Undated

Jonn Gordon Webb

In this handwritten, partial letter, John Gordon Webb writes to his mother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb describing how blessed he feels. He goes on to ask after his brother, Arthur who is visiting her from New York and states his hopes that Arthur will come over to visit him and bring her with him. The first page of the letter is missing. The letter is written on U. S. Post Office letterhead, listing J. G. Webb as the postmaster in the upper left corner.
Pamphlet, A Home Mission Mosaic, Women's Missionary Union, Undated

Woman's Mission Union

This pamphlet explores many topics of Christianity facing Americans in the early twentieth century. Topics include the modern city, Roman Catholic Influence and Growth, Mormonism, immigrant children in the United States, and Native Americans.
Baptist Church and Sunday School Financial Report, 1899

In this document, the Baptist Church and Sunday school treasurer, R. B. (Robert) Webb reports on the amounts received and paid out by the church and Sunday school for the year of 1899.
Deed for Land, W. L. and M. A. Neal to Emmett L. Ray, September 6, 1899

This deed, dated September 6, 1899, describes the sale and conveyance of lots in Kosciusko, Mississippi to Emmett L. Ray from W. L. and M. A. Neal at a cost of one thousand four hundred dollars. The testimony of the Attala County Justice of the Peace is included. A series of stamps with dates are lined up on the left edge of the deed.
Funeral Notice, B. A. Clark, June 16, 1899

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of B. A. Clark of Kosciusko, Mississippi on June 16, 1899. There are water stains on the paper.
Funeral Notice, Frank M. Harper, June 12, 1899

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Frank M. Harper of Kosciusko, Mississippi on June 12, 1899 with Reverend W. T. J. Sullivan officiating.
Funeral Notice, Judge John A Davis, January 22, [1899]

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Judge John A. Davis of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 22, [1899] with Rev. C. O. Groves officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. A. K. Jones, February 22, 1899

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. A. K. Jones of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 22, 1899 with Reverend W. T. J. Sullivan officiating.
Letter, Mammie to Annie Webb Ray, February 12, 1899

In this handwritten letter, dated February 12, 1899, Mammie writes her friend, Annie Webb Ray to update her on how life has been since Mammie moved from Kosciusko. She discusses the frustration with the snowy weather, a small outbreak of small pox, and the death of a woman from tuberculosis. She goes on to updated her on how the rest of her family is doing and how lazy she has become since moving.
Newspaper Clipping, Captain J. M. Boyd Dead, 1899

This newspaper clipping from the Star Ledger in Kosciusko, Mississippi announces the death of Captain J. M. Boyd. The article goes on to describe Boyd and his many contributions to the area and offers sympathy to the family.
Newspaper Clipping, Local Announcements, Attala Democrat, July 18, 1899

This newspaper clipping from the Attala Democrat shares various community announcements including items displayed at an exhibit curated by members of the Twentieth Century Club. Mrs. E. L. Ray contributed a Spanish machete that was taken to battle in Cuba by Arthur L. Webb, mango seed from the tree under which Toral surrendered Santiago to Shafter, baby dresses that are forty-five and thirty years old.
Resolution of Resignation on Behalf of R. B. Webb [Robert B. Webb] to the Kosciusko Kosciusko/Attalla County, Mississippi School, December 17, 1899

This paper details the resolution to adopt Robert B. Webb's resignation as Secretary and Treasurer for the Kosciusko/Attala County, Mississippi school due to health reasons. The paper goes on to state the committee's appreciation for Webb's service and complements the faithfulness and efficiency throughout his years of service. J. M. Blaker, Assistant Secretary and J. P. Brown, Superintendent are named on the document beneath the resolutions.
Warranty Deed, M. E. Lausdale to B. F. Ray, November 22, 1899

This warranty deed, dated November 22, 1899, describes the conveyance of a strip of land in Attala County, Mississippi from M. E. Lansdale to B. F. Ray at a cost of five dollars to be used to access to property already owned by Ray. The title is conditioned to revert back to Lansdale when the strip is no longer used by Ray. The location of the strip of land is described in the deed and the deed was notarized by Justice of the Peace, B. W. Runnels. The filing notice at the Chancery Court by the clerk is located on the back of the deed.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Annie Ray, November 18, [1899]

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated November 18, 1899, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her niece, Annie Webb Ray, to ask about her plans for work. She asks after the health of Annie's son and sister, Evy. This letter was originally included with a group of letters addressed to Robert B. Webb, Annie Ray, and Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, May 15, [1899]

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated May 15, [1899], Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to talk of the sermon she heard at church from a Baptist minister from Galveston as well as some other sermons she'd heard that week. She goes on to mention that she is expecting some cattle by Friday or Saturday.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, May 8, 1899

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated May 8, 1899, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to update her on her health and explain how she hardly has time to rest from working so much. She discusses news of their brothers and other family.