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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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Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, August 10, 1886

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Galveston, Texas to his wife, Matilda to tell her about his time with the Moore-Boyd family. He describes his interactions and how well they've treated him and goes on to talk of their friends who he's met and what he's been doing.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, August 7, 1886

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Galveston, Texas to his wife, Matilda to let her know of his safe arrival and describe what the travel was like. He describes what their welcome was like at the Moore-Boyd residence and what they while visiting there. He goes on to describe his experience on a railroad car on their way to New Orleans and Houston and what they've done since.
R. B. Webb, City and County Tax Statement, Attala County, Mississippi, 1885

This handwritten tax statement lists city and county taxes owed and paid in Attala County, Mississippi for 1885 by R. B. Webb, Sheriff and Tax Collector. Taxes were initially owed in the amount of one thousand, five hundred and ninety-one dollars and seventy-six cents. Credits are listed in the amount of eight hundred fifty-six dollars and twelve cents and payments listed at four hundred forty-six dollars and thirty cents leaving a total of two hundred sixty-six dollars and seventy-one cents due the county.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Mrs. Sophia Hays, December 28, 1885

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his cousin, Leon Hays explain that he's been very busy working in the Chancery Clerk's office and unable to find time to write. He goes on to inform him that he unexpectedly was elected Sherif and will go in to office the following January. He then lets him know that his grandmother is doing well and asks after Leon and Sophia often. He describes who will be his new deputies and concludes by updating him on family and friends. The letter is written on Office of Clerk of the Chancery Court Attala County stationary.
List of P.O. Orders mailed, January 14, 1884

This note names the people and amounts sent via postal service money order to Nashville, Tennessee for the Presbyterian. Five names are listed at the top of the paper with amounts written to the left of the names.
Letter, T. C. Blake to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, December 22, 1884

T. C. Blake

In this handwritten letter, dated December 22, 1884, T. C. Blake writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to thank her for the money she sent for an issue of "The Youth's Treasury" and encourages her to share it and help grow their circulation. He explains the church's belief of it's importance. The letter is written on "Office of the Youths' Treasury" letterhead stationary.
Letter, E. B. Crisman to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, June 16, 1884

E. B. Crisman

In this handwritten letter, dated June 16, 1884, E. B. Crisman writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, addressing her as sister and thinking her for her suggestions of sending patch quilts for the ladies of the school are interesting in quilting them. He goes on to update her on the growth of the school. The letter is written on "Office of Financial Agency of Trinity University of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church" letterhead stationary. There are some stains and tears along the top and bottom edges of the paper.
Christmas Publication Promotion, December 10, 1884

Cumberland Presbyterian

This Christmas and New Year card, dated December 10, 1884, solicits the lady of the house to help the Cumberland Presbyterian increase subscriptions for their Christmas issue to be dated Christmas day and is signed T. M. Hurst, Agent.
Christmas Publication Promotion, December 12, 1884

Cumberland Presbyterian

This Christmas and New Year card, dated December 12, 1884, solicits the lady of the house to help the Cumberland Presbyterian increase subscriptions for their Christmas issue to be dated Christmas day and is signed T. M. Hurst, Agent.
Letter, C. B. Haddon to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, July 30, 1884

C. B. Haddon

In this handwritten letter, dated July 30, 1884, C. B. Haddon writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to let her know what has been done thus far with the quilt she sent and lets her know what the further plans are.
Letter, Leon Hays to Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays, June 19, 1884

Leon Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated June 19, 1884, Leon Hays writes to his mother, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to let her know that he is recovering from "the flux" (dysentery) and describes his treatment and how common the disease had become a the asylum. The paper is torn in several places.
Letter, S. B. Sansom to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, December 27, 1884

S. B. Sansom

In this handwritten letter, dated December 27, 1884, S. B. Sansom writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to acknowledge the receipt of the quilt she sent for their missions. He informs her on how the quilt will contribute to their work in helping those less fortunately.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Mrs. Sophia Hays, December 25, 1884

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his cousin, Sophia Hays to beg her forgiveness for not writing sooner as he's been sick. He goes on to update her on how busy work has been, the wellbeing of her mother, and the exposition they all attended. He advises her on what to look for should she also attend the exposition. He then describes what Christmas festivities have been happening, a job opportunity he's been offered and who of the family he's seen. The letter is written on Office of Chancery Court Clerk for Attala County letterhead.
Solicitation of Funds, Board of Publication C. P. Church, November 30, 1882

Board of Publication C. P. Church

This form letter, written by the Board of Publication C. P. Church in Nashville, Tennessee, reminds the recipient that a circular soliciting funds was sent out recently to which the recipient had not replied. The letter describes how the board plans to continue raising funds to pay off their debt and attempts to shame the recipient into participating and encouraging her friends to do so, as well.
Letter, Lenora "Nora" Boyd to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, September 2, 1882

Lenora Boyd

In this handwritten letter, dated September 2, 1881, Lenora "Nora" Boyd writes to her grandmother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to tell her she had intended to send photographs of the younger children but had not done so, yet. She informs her grandmother that she has a two month old sister named Lilly. She goes on to discuss her father's visit to East Texas to see Aunt Matilda and all the family he saw there. She shares her plans to stay at home and teach the children. Lenora is John Gordon Davis Boyd's daughter.
Letter, Mary McNabb to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, October 14, 1882

Mary McNabb

In this handwritten letter, dated October 14, 1882, Mary McNabb writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, addressing her as Grandmas Green and describes the piece of jewelry she is sending that was made by a native Choctaw child who is attending the New Hope Female Academy in the "Indian Territory" nearby. She goes on to describe the school and what how it's contributions to the Choctaw Nation. She then states that though they've never met, she thinks of her often is grateful for her contributions to the missionaries.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, February 1, 1881

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

This handwritten letter, dated February 13, 1881, from Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green is too faded to decipher.
Letter, from Johnnie Boyd to Grandma [Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb], March 11, 1881

Johnie Boyd

In this handwritten letter, Johnie Boyd writes from Grandview, Texas to his grandmother, Annie McKee Boyd Green in Mississippi. After some religious speak, he lets her know that members of his family are down with the measles and he's been caring for them. He goes on to tell her about school and the cattle his pa has sold.
Letter, Matilda Patterson to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, August 21, 1881

Matilda Patterson

In this handwritten letter, dated August 21, 1881, Matilda Patterson writes to her sister, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green in reply to a letter she'd received in July. She tells Anna that while she is in good health, Frank has become sick since the last time she wrote and she expects him to improve. She goes on to say that she will write to their sister Jane about coming to Leake County to visit when Jane goes and will let Anna know.
Letter, George E. Patton to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, July 23, 1881

George E. Patton

In this handwritten letter, dated July 23, 1881, George E. Patton writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to acknowledge the receipt of money and a quilt that she sent to the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and explains that he should have sent the acknowledgment sooner but he has been ill. He goes on to let her know that he'd received her name submissions for the children's book "Boom" with those names to be included in the September Record. The letter is written on "Office of Board of Missions, Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Geo. E. Patton, Cor. Sec." letterhead stationary.
Cover for Chancery Court Document, undated

This Chancery Court document cover states that it contained Mrs. M. A. Webb Land Deeds. Placement indicators for court cases are left blank and cords are loose at the top and bottom of the cover.
Deed Laws Questionnaire, undated

This questionnaire asks if state deeds on file with the chancery clerk's office are turned over to the circuit court to which is responded that no, the Chancery Clerk records the deed. A second statement at the bottom of the paper describes a piece of land and the cost of sale discrepancies between the sheriff and the office.
Envelope addressed to Mrs. Lit Webb [Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb]

This empty, brown envelope is addressed to Mrs. Lit Webb [Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb] in Kosciusko, Mississippi. A postmark for New Orleans, Louisiana is in the upper left, in orange ink, dated March 20 with no legible year.
Envelope Addressed to Mrs. M. A. Webb, Undated

Mrs. M. A. Webb is written across the middle of this empty, stained envelope.
Envelope, Executive Department Office of Secretary of State to R. V. Webb, Kosciusko, Mississippi

This empty, white envelope is addressed to R. V. Webb in Kosciusko, Attala County, Mississippi with a return address for the Executive Department, Office of Secretary of State, Jackson, Mississippi. "Circuit Clerk" is handwritten on the lower left and "Receipts for Public Documents" is handwritten sideways along the right edge. Then envelope is postmarked Jackson, Mississippi, December 15 with no legible year and red, six cent postage stamp is in the upper right corner beside the postmark.
Journal, Robert B. Webb, 1880

In this journal, Robert B. Webb writes about his travels and interactions on the road Throughout the summer of 1880. Pages of purchases made are included within the journal.
Newspaper Clipping; Mrs. Tilton's Portrait

This partial article named Mrs. Tilton's Portrait describes the interviewer's fascination with a painting he observed while interviewing Tilton.
Photograph, Jack Boyd and Matilda Ann Boyd Webb

This black and white photograph shows Jack and Matilda Ann Boyd seated beside each other in a portrait. Jack is pictured wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and black tie. Matilda is pictured wearing a white dress with a black, lace shawl and black lace gloves. Their names are handwritten on the back of the photograph.
Photograph, Lucy Lee Scarborough Chestnutt

This black and white photograph shows young girl in a white dress, seated on tall stool with one arm resting on a fringed arm rest while the other arm is resting in her lap while she holds a small bouquet of flowers. A note included with the photograph identifies the child as being Lucy Lee Scarborough Chestnutt, born and reared in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Recipe for Fruitcake

This handwritten recipe for fruitcake provides step by step instructions for mixing ingredients and baking. A funny note that reads "The flavor of this cake is very much improved by having your older Brother to help eat it--or at least saving him a piece" is included at the bottom of the page beside a bold "N. B."
Recipe for "Good Bread"

This handwritten recipe details ingredients and instructions on how to always have "good bread". The recipe includes ingredients such as molasses, sour milk, ginger, lard/butter, and soda. No flour or cornmeal is included in the recipe but may have been accidentally omitted. The recipe is not titled as to what type of bread it makes.
Letter, E. B. Crisman to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, May 10, 1880

E. B. Crisman

In this handwritten letter, dated May 10, 1880, E. B. Crisman writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to let her know he'd received the money and quilts she'd sent for missionaries. The letter is written on "Office of Board of Missions of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church" stationary.
Letter, M. B. McNabb to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, June 3, 1880

M. B. McNabb

In this handwritten letter, dated June 3, 1880, M. B. McNabb writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to acknowledge the receipt of a new quilt that she had made and donated via E. B. Crisman. He offers his praise to God for her and prays God's blessing over her for her generosity.
Letter, Annie Harriet Webb Ray to Matilda Anne "Lit" Boyd Webb, October 16, 1880

Annie Harriet Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated October 16, 1880, eight-year-old Annie Harriet Webb writes to her mother, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb from where she is staying with her grandmother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green. Annie passes on news of her Aunt Sophy's (Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays) plans to go to New Orleans among detailing the activities she has been doing and how her grandmother's health is.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, August 2, 1880

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Bayou Chicoh, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to tell her about his visit with Mrs. Groves. He goes on to describe his visit to the Bellcious Settlement and the problems they encountered while traveling.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, July 30, 1880

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Opelousas, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to let her know that he and his travel companions decided to stay another night due to the bad weather. He describes the town and the houses there and how pleased he is with the county. He goes on to discuss an acquaintance they know there and how he has served the community. He concludes by stating that he would rather bring his boys here to farm rather than proceed to Texas.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, July 31, 1880

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Opelousas, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to let her know that he and his travel companions arrived in Opelousas and describes what their travel was like due to flooding. He describes what the county is like and the heavy rains they've dealt with.
Account Statement, R. B. Webb to Fred Jennings, 1879

This account statement documents purchases of wood and wood chips by R. B Webb from Fred Jennings from 1878 to 1879. The account is marked paid in full by Fred Jennings via an x for his mark.
Letter, Lenora "Nora" Boyd to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, January 1, 1879

Lenora Boyd

In this handwritten letter, dated January 1, 1879, Lenora "Nora" Boyd writes to her grandmother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green and apologizes profusely for her negligence in writing to her, talks about her Christianity, and thanks her for the present she sent. Lenora is John Gordon Davis Boyd's daughter.
Loan Note, February 2, 1878

This loan note documents amount due an unidentified person or people for five hundred and one dollars and eighteen cents with an interest rate of ten percent after the February 2, 1878 maturity date. The not includes credits for payments made additional interest from February 2, 1878 to February 2, 1880. The amount of the note due February 1880 is two hundred and sixty-nine dollars and seventy-two cents.
Newspaper clipping, Jackson Clarion, 1878

These pages from the an 1878 issue of Jackson Clarion include and articles about the weather in Mississippi, a Black minister, and provides a list of recent deaths in Holly Springs, Mississippi as of November 18, 1878.
Receipt, R. B. Webb from Boyd and Edmunds, January 15, 1878

This handwritten receipt documents the payment by R. B. Webb to Boyd and Edwards for the school account, including a credit for a dollar and fifty cents for twenty pounds of beef.
Letter, E. B. Crisman to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, April 1, 1879

E. B. Crisman

In this handwritten letter, dated April 1, 1879, E. B. Crisman writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to tell her he received the two quilts she had sent him and lets her know what he's done with them. The letter is written on "Office of Board of Missions of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church" stationary.
Letter, E. B. Crisman to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, May 29, 1878

E. B. Crisman

In this handwritten letter, dated May 29, 1878, E. B. Crisman of the Office of the Board of Missions, Cumberland Presbyterian Church, writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to let her know he received the two quilts she sent and passed them along to the missionaries in Colorado. The letter is written on "Office of Board of Missions of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church" stationary.
Letter, E. B. Crisman to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, November 4, 1878

E. B. Crisman

In this handwritten letter, dated November 11, 1878, E. B. Crisman writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to solicit a quilt made by her for his wife as their bedding had all ben sacrificed after their nephew died of scarlet fever. He offers to pay for the quilt via a donation to the missionary cause. The letter is written on "Office of Board of Missions of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church" stationary.
Photograph, R. J. Webb, 1877

This black and white photograph of Robert J. Webb is set within an arched matte and shows Webb posed wearing a dark suit and tie with a white shirt. His name and Grandview, Texas, is written along the bottom of the matte beneath the photograph. A note indicating that the photograph was taken at Alvarado, Texas on February 20, 1877 is written sideways along the right edge of the matte and "For Mother" is written on the left edge of the matte.
Sworn Statement to District Court, Tarrant County, Texas, Leon S. Hays, March 19, 1877

In this handwritten sworn statement to the District Court in Tarrant County, Texas, Leon Hays swears that he will faithfully and impartially discharge and perform all the duties incumbent as an Attorney at Law according to his abilities and the Texas and United States laws. He goes on to swear that he has never participated in any way in a duel with deadly weapon and that he has neither accepted nor offered any financial incentives for acceptance tot he Bar for which he's been admitted. The statement was sworn to and subscribed before the Tarrant County District Court Clerk, J. J. Miller on March 19, 1877.
Account Statement, W. D. Sneed and Co., Cotton Buyers, May 13, 1876

This account statement lists groceries and household items purchased by R. B. Webb from W. D. Sneed and Co., Cotton Buyer from August 1874 through October 1875. Payments made from October 1874 through December 1875 are listed below the purchases. The remaining amount is marked as paid by A. G. Noah on May 13, 1876.
Loan Transfer Note, J. M. Thompson, R. B. Webb, and J. S. Comfurb, November 4, 1876

In this loan transfer note, J. S. Comfurb requests J. M. Thompson to pay R. B. Webb twenty-five dollars and the note would be the receipt for payment, as well.
Statement, A. J. Boyd to R. B. Webb, January 1876

This statement notes the money owed to A. J. Boyd by R. B. Webb, including assuming payments for other people and includes one credit of twenty-five dollars by Abram.
Voter Registration Certificate, R. B. Webb, April 28, 1876

Certificate no. 98 of this voter registration qualifies R. B. Webb as a registered voter in the town of Kosciusko, Attala County, Mississippi. The certificate is signed by T. O. Conner, the clerk for Board of Registrars.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, February 29, 1876

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated February 29, 1876, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Green to discuss her mother's health and encourage her that spring weather is on the way. She goes on to discuss her brother Jack's health and convey her wish for him to get better soon. She concludes by discussing other family news she'd received.
Letter, S. P. Chesnutt to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, January 24, 1876

S. P. Chesnut

In this handwritten letter, dated January 24, 1876,S. P. Chesnutt writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to offer receipts for her subscription to a magazine named " The Ladies' Pearl".
Account Statement, R. B. Webb for Clothing Purchased, January 20, 1874

This handwritten account statement lists clothing items made for R. B. Webb from April 1874 to January 13, 1875. Items made were pants, coats, and vests with the total charges coming to five dollars and seventy-five cents. Payment is marked as received on January 20, 1875.
Account Statement, R. B. Webb for Meek and Meek Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware, Plantation Supplies, etc., December 1875

This account statement lists groceries and household items purchased from Meek and Meek by R. B. Webb from February to December 1875 and includes various payments made on the account during the year. The final balance due on the statement is thirty-six dollars and twenty cents.
Court Witness Receipt, West Greenfur, January 13, 1875

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated January 13, 1875, states that West Greenfur proved his three day attendance as a witness for the defendant in the J. A. Jackson versus S. P. Runnier case and is owed four dollars and sixty cents for reimbursement for travel. The receipt is signed by R. B. Webb.
Promissory Note, [R. B.] Webb to L. d. Fletcher, January 2, 1875

In this handwritten promissory note, R. B. Webb promises to repay L. D. Fletcher forty-nine dollars and thirty-one cents at a fifteen percent interest. The signature is torn from the bottom right corner and "Charged to Webb" is written in pencil on the left edge.
Receipt, R. B. Webb by Pilot Publishing Company for Newspaper Subscription, February 1, 1875

This receipt documents the payment of two dollars made by R. B. Webb to the Pilot Publishing Company for a yearly subscription to the Weekly Pilot for the February 1875 to February 1876. The receipt is signed by S. G. Buruhaour, Cashier. Some tearing is along the bottom edge of the receipt.
Statement of Sale, February 8, 1875

This statement of sale documents the sale of property in a deed of trust by R. P. Galloway to repay a debt owed to W. J. Hammond. The property sold for four hundred dollars to repay Hammond with interest.
Court Witness Receipt, B. F. Baily, September 20, 1874

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated September 20, 1874, states that B. F. Baily proved his five day attendance as a witness for the plaintiff in the F. V. Olive versus Louis Glazier case and is owed seven dollars and eighty cents as reimbursement for travel. The receipt is signed by R. B. Webb.
Court Witness Receipt, J. A. Clark, September 20, 1874

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated September 20, 1874, states that J. A. Clark proved his five day attendance as a witness for the plaintiff in the F. V. Olive versus Louis Glazier case and is owed seven dollars and eighty cents as reimbursement for travel. The receipt is signed by R. B. Webb.
Court Witness Receipt, John W. Guyton, January 14, 1874

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated January 14, 1874, states that John W. Guyton proved his two day attendance as a witness for the defendant in the A.B. Wammock and Bro. Versus Alesander Charff case and is owed four dollars for reimbursement for travel. The receipt is signed by R. B. Webb.
Court Witness Receipt, Rod McClain, September 3, 1874

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated September 3, 1874, states that Rod McClain proved his one day attendance as a witness for the defendant in the State versus Pennie Millerr case and is owed three dollars and ten cents as reimbursement for travel. The receipt is signed by R. B. Webb.
Court Witness Receipt, S. L. Green, January 14, 1874

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated January 14, 1874, states that S. L. Green proved his two day attendance as a witness for the defendant in the R. B. Nammock and Bro. versus Alesander Mearff case and is owed four dollars and ten cents as reimbursement for travel. The receipt is signed by R. B. Webb.
Deed of Trust, Byrd P. Galloway, April 28, 1874

In this deed of trust, dated April 18, 1874, Byrd P Galloway agrees to repay W. J. Hammond two hundred and fifty dollars by January 1, 1875, as stated in a promissory note, or he forfeits a certain parcel of land in Attala County, Mississippi to W. J. Hammond. The deed of trust was signed by B. P. Galloway and witnessed by W. V. Davis, the Attala County Chancery Court Clerk. The deed was filed for Record on April 28, 1874 . A note written across the bottom of the first page states that the deed was sold to John A Combott on February 8, 1875 for four hundred dollars.
List of Court Cases, 1829-1874

This list of court cases names the year and sometimes the month of each case from 1829-1874.
Loan Statement, W. E. Meek to R. B. Webb, June 27, 1874 and August 15, 1874

In this loan statement, R. B. Webb owes W. E. Meek thirty-six dollars loaned on June 27, 1874. "Settled August 1874" is written sideways in the center of the document.
Promissory Note, R. B. Webb to Sam Young, march 1, 1874

In this handwritten promissory note, R. B. Webb agrees to repay Sam Young one hundred dollars for value received.
Receipt of Books, J. L. Dodd, January 5, 1874

This receipt documents Attala Counting Justice of the Peace elect J. L. Dodd's receipt of three books from outgoing Attala County, Mississippi Justice of the Peace, O. M. Simpson. The books are the revised 1871 Mississippi Code, the Journal of Laws, 1872 and Journal of Laws, 1873.
Receipt of Justice Court Docket, R. B. Webb to J. D. Claiter, January 24, 1874

This receipt documents the receipt of the Justice Court Docket for Beat number 5 as well as copies of the Acts of the Legislature for 1870 through 1873 and the revised Mississippi Code, 1871 by J. D. Claiter from R. B. Webb, Circuit Clerk for Attala County.
Receipt, W. E. Meek to R. B. Webb, Circuit Clerk, 1874

This receipt documents the fifteen dollars of taxes collected by circuit clerk, R. B. Webb since the January term of 1874 and deposited with the county treasure, W. E. Meek.
Receipt, W. E. Meek to R. B. Webb, Circuit Clerk, June 27, 1874

This receipt documents the thirty-six dollars in taxes collected by Circuit Clerk, R. B. Webb collected up till January 1874 and deposited with W. E. Meek, the county treasurer on June 27, 1874.
Receipt, W. M. Saster to R. B. Webb, January 26, 1874

This tax receipt documents payment of five dollars for land by W. M. Saster to R. B. Webb.
Letter, Matilda Patterson to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, June 28, 1874

Matilda Patterson

In this handwritten letter, dated January 28, 1874, Matilda Patterson writes to he sister, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green in response to a letter she'd received. She shares that while she is in good healthy, her hearing and eyesight are failing. She updates her on how other family members are doing and shares that she hopes to see Anna soon.
Bill of Court Costs Attala County, Mississippi Justice Court District, R. B. Webb v. William S. Ross, May 14, 1873

This handwritten Attala County Justice Court District 7 Bill of Costs, R. B. Webb v. William S. Ross, itemizes the court fees. The bottom half of the page lists Bill of Costs in R. B. Webb v. Stanmore Bates. Both Bills of Cost were certified by W. A. Hudin, Justice of the Peace. A receipt dated December 12, 1873 stating payment in full by plaintiff is included and signed by W. A. Hudin.
Court Docket, 1871 through 1873 Terms

This [Circuit] court docket lists the cases, their terms and their costs from April 1871 through August 1873.
Deed of Trust, Robert B. and Matilda Webb to A. J. Boyd and Jason Niles, February 15, 1873

In this handwritten deed of trust, Matilda A. and Robert B. Webb agree to the sale of their property should they fail to repay the five hundred dollar loan made by Jason Niles. Should the Webb's fail to repay the loan at it's maturity, A. J. Boyd is authorized to sell the property to the highest bidder to repay Niles. The document is signed by R. B. Webb and Matilda A. Webb. A statement by the Chancery Clerk, W. V. Davis is included as well as a certification statement by the Chancery Clerk.
Promissory Note and Receipt, Matilda A. Webb to Jason Niles, February 15, 1873

In this handwritten promissory note, Matilda A. Webb promises to repay Jason Niles five hundred and one dollars and eighteen cents within twelve months from the date on the note, February 15, 1873. The loan is noted as being for pay for land and education for children. A receipt noting that Webb had repaid four hundred and seventy-five dollars is included with the note.
Promissory Note, Meek and Meek, January 29, 1873

In this promissory note, an unnamed person promises to repay Meek and Meek twelve dollars at fifteen percent interest. The name of the debtor is torn from the bottom right of the note and "settled" is written sideways in the bottom center of the note.
Receipt of Publications, January 21, 1873

This handwritten receipt documents the delivery of Laws of 1871 and 1872, the 1871 Codes and papers filed from one to one hundred and nine to the Mayor of Newport, Mississippi, John H. Mitchell.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to F. Martin, June 13, 1873

This handwritten receipt documents four dollars and forty-two cents paid by R. B. Webb to F. Martin for full payment owed.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to William S. Ross, September 2, 1873

This handwritten receipt documents the payment fifty dollars and ninety-eight cents paid by R. B. Webb to William Ross for the purchase of goods.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, November 17, 1873

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated November 17, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Green to discuss the college she's working at and how her son Leon is doing at college in Oxford, Mississippi. She goes on to discuss family affairs and share news she's heard.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, December 23, [1873]

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated December 23, [1873], Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to let her know that she is sending their mother a pin from her own jewelry collection as she had not been able to purchase a suitable one and tells her that she sent Lit a warm underbody suit. She goes on to describe other things she needs to do and how she was "forced" to take longer than three days for the holiday. She continues the letter on December 27 by describing how severely cold it has been and how that has affected so many people causing them to get sick and how she's enjoyed the time off with the girls at the school.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, November 2, 1873

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated November 2, 1873, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to tell her about how Lit's daughters are doing and goes on to describe her school.
Letter, Charles Stebbins to R. B. Webb (Robert B.), October 11, 1873

Charles Stebbins

In this handwritten letter, Charles Stebbins requests R. B. Webb to sale some land on his behalf as Stebbins will be unable to attend an upcoming land sale. He promises to pay Webb for the trouble as soon as possible after the sale. The letter lists the legal location descriptions of the land to be sold.
Court Witness Receipt, John Rodgers, November 13, 1872

This Attala County, Mississippi circuit court receipt, dated November 1, 1872, states that John Rodgers proved his one day attendance as a witness for the defendant in the Eliza C. Young versus John Kelly case and is owed one dollar and seventy-five cents for reimbursement for travel.
Note, Amanda Underwood, October 19, 1872

This note, dated October 19, 1872, requests the reader to deliver the Warner in the care of Mr. R. B. Webb and is signed by Amanda Underwood.
Promissory Note, R. B. Webb to Jason Niles, August 13, 1872

In this handwritten promissory note, R. B. Webb agrees to repay Jason Niles a sum of two hundred and eight dollars and thirty-three cents with an interest rate of ten percent after maturity. "Settled" is written across the middle of the note.
Receipt, A. F. Roberts' Patent Sub-Soil Attachment Share, August 9, 1872

This receipt documents that R. B. Webb is intitled to one share of A. F. Roberts' Patent Sub-soil Attachment. The receipt is signed by W. H. Chiles and dated August 9, 1872 in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Receipt of Mississippi Codes and Act of Legislature, January 5, 1872

This handwritten receipt documents that revised copies of the Laws of Mississippi and one copy of the legislature for 1872 were received by D. T. Guyton form S. Boyd.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to the Weekly Clarion, January 25, 1872

This handwritten receipt documents a payment of two dollars made to the Weekly Clarion for one year's subscription for R. B. Webb.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to Thomas J. Dunlap, October 22, 1872

This receipt documents the fourteen dollars received by R. B. Webb, Circuit Clerk from Thomas J. Dunlap to send to Jackson to purchase land in Attala County, dated October 22, 1872
Receipts of Mississippi Codes and Act of Legislature and Journal of the House and Senate, August 31, 1872

Two handwritten receipts on one page documenting the delivery of copies of the Laws of Legislature and Journals of the house and senate sessions by R. B. Webb, Circuit Clerk, to S. K Scarborough and W. A. Haden for 1872.
Receipt of Revised Code Book to Attala County Mississippi Sheriff, December 20, 1871

This handwritten receipt documents that the Attala County Mississippi sheriff, J. M. Thompson, received a revised copy of the Mississippi Code for 1871 from Circuit Clerk, R. B. Webb.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to John Pride, January 23, 1871

This handwritten receipt documents a repayment of fifty dollars made by R. B. Webb on behalf of Clark and Webb to John Pride. The receipt is signed by William McMillan.
Statement, R. B. Webb to J. M. Thompson, April 17, 1871

This handwritten statement documents fines, fees, and payments due the county as reported by R. B. Webb, secretary and treasurer. The statement is marked paid in full by the sheriff, J. M. Thompson.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, February 28, 1871

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated February 28, 1871, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Green to tell her about how she reluctantly spends her time walking with her students to the mineral spring or the river after school dismisses. She goes on to say that she hasn't made the acquaintance of very many "old persons" since she moved to Florence and discusses her financial situation.
Letter, T. C. Blake to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, August 26, 1871

T. C. Blake

In this handwritten letter, dated August 26, 1871, T. C. Blake writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green acknowledging the receipt of some money and soliciting her to send him a club.
General County Warrants Belonging to R. B. Webb, May 1870

This list of general county warrants belonging to R. B. Webb lists names of people and the amounts of money they owe to the general county fund via Tax Collector, R. B. Webb.