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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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Letterhead Paper, Undated

This is the top portion of Attala County, Mississippi Circuit Court letterhead in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Letter, R. B. Webb to Governor J. L. Alcorn, December 9, 1870

In this letter, dated December 9, 1870, Attala County, Mississippi Circuit Clerk, R. B. Webb writes to Mississippi governor, J. L. Alcorn to inform him he has little information on the school land in Attala County. He suspects that the funds earned through sale and lease of 16th land has been badly mismanaged and it has not benefited impoverished children. He describes the regular organized board of trustees and informs him of the notes held.
License Request, J. M. Hill to R. B. Webb, November 15, 1870

In this handwritten note, J. M. Hill requests R. B. Webb, Circuit Court clerk, to allow Gilbert Adams his licenses and promises to "satisfy" Webb soon.
List of Students and Attendance with Mernie McKee, Teacher, During 1869

This list of names certifies the number of days attended at Mernie McKee's school in the year 1869 in Kosciusko, township number 14 for a total of 2 students, R. B. Webb and Jason Niles, attending a total of 134 days.
Payment Authorization, September 22, 1870

In this handwritten document, George Hudson authorizes R. B. Webb, the Secretary and Treasurer of Township 17, Range 7 in Attala County, to pay Alfred Frazier any school funds owed to Hudson.
Payment Request, Alfred Frazier to R. B. Webb, September 28, 1870

In this note, Alfred Frazier requests Attala County treasurer, R. B. Webb, to pay Mr. D. H. Lendsay three dollars.
Photograph, Unidentified, undated

This black and white photograph shows a man in a light colored suit, a dark tie, and white shirt. The photograph is set with an oval matte. The back of the matte identifies the photography studio, Armstrong's Excelsior Gem and Photograph Gallery in Memphis, Tennessee.
Post Civil War Partial Essay, undated

In this partial essay, the unidentified author writes hopefully about the state of the United States and the South, presumably after the Civil War.
Promissory Note, R. B. Webb to E. G. Adams, November 26, 1870

In this hand written promissory note, R. B. Webb and M. A. Webb promise to pay seven hundred and twenty five dollars to E. G. Adams as the second and last payment on a parcel of land in Attala County, Mississippi. They promise to make the payment by November 26, 1871. The note is signed by M. A. Webb and R. B. Webb and witnessed by John Melby. One twenty-five cent and three five cent United States Internal Revenue certificate stamps are placed along the bottom of the note with the date and the Webb's initials written on them.
Receipt, E. G. Adams to Robert B. Webb, November 8, 1870

This receipt documents the deposit from Robert B. Webb to E. G. Adam for one hundred dollars on November 8, 1870. A note below the receipt states that Webb paid E. G. Adam two hundred dollars more and gave him a note for seven hundred and twenty dollars due on November 26, 1871.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to D. H. Lindsay, September 10, 1870

This handwritten receipt documents a payment for ten dollars by R. B. Webb to D. H. Lindsay, a teacher, for his share of school allotted him.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to E. G. Adams, November 1, 1870

In this handwritten receipt, E. G. Adams documents the payment of four hundred and twenty dollars made by R. B. Webb for the purchase of a lot in town. The receipt also notes that per agreement, if Webb does not further pay three hundred dollars in the fall, Adams is to return the initial payment to Webb.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to N. G. Beacker, March 3, 1870

This handwritten receipt documents a payment for fifty cents from R. B. Webb, trustee on the board of school directors to W. G. Beaker for the service of "hawling" a bus from the Durant, Mississippi station.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to Plummer and Co., December 8, 1870

This handwritten receipt lists fruits purchased by R. B. Webb from Plummer and Co. at a cost of forty-three dollars and marked as paid in full and signed by A. Bluisdell.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to S. G. Pilot Pub Co., S. G. Burahaur Caster, February 6, 1870

This handwritten receipt documents a payment of seventeen dollars to the Pilot Pub by R. B. Webb in payment for allowances of twenty-two dollars in volumes for land deeds.
Receipt, Trustees of Male Academy to Simon and Glazier, January 1, 1870

This handwritten receipt documents payment made by R. B. Webb, treasurer of the Board of Trustees of the Male Academy to Simon and Glazier for the purchase 2 inch nails on May 27, 1869 at a cost of twenty cents. The receipt is marked paid in full on January 1, 1870 and signed by Simon and Glazier.
Report from County Treasurer, R. B. Webb, 1870

This handwritten county treasury report documents payments made from individuals during 1870 with balance of three hundred and fifty-four dollars and eighty cents.
Report from R. B. Webb to Board of Trustees of Township 14, R. 7, September 10, 1870

This handwritten report by R. B. Webb, trustee, documents payments made to the school fund in 1869 and notes how the funds were used to pay teachers, purchase materials for repairs, and other expenses. The report was presents to the Board of Trustees on September 10, 1870.
School Fund Authorization, Alexander Young, September 22, 1871

In this notice, dated September 22, 1870, Alexander Young authorizes Attala County treasurer, R. B. Webb, to pay any school funds due her to Alfred Frazier.
School Fund Authorization, Frederick Jennings, September 22, 1870

In this notice, dated September 22, 1870, Frederick Jennings authorizes Attala County treasurer, R. B. Webb, to pay any school funds due her to Alfred Frazier.
School Fund Authorization, Jack Lewis, September 22, 1870

In this notice, dated September 22, 1870, Jack Lewis authorizes Attala County treasurer, R. B. Webb, to pay any school funds due her to Alfred Frazier.
School Fund Authorization, Sarah Hamlmonds, September 22, 1870

In this notice, dated September 22, 1870, Sarah Hammonds authorizes Attala County treasurer, R. B. Webb, to pay any school funds due her to Alfred Frazier.
School Fund Authorization, Wash Fard, September 22, 1870

In this notice, dated September 22, 1870, Wash Fard authorizes Attala County treasurer, R. B. Webb, to pay any school funds due her to Alfred Frazier.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Ann (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, undated

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten, and undated letter, Sophia Boyd Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boy Green to acknowledge and express gratitude for the photograph her mother sent to her. She expresses concern that her mother looks thinner in the photograph than she had the previous summer. She goes on to describe how things are going at the Female College and comments on how happy she is that her brother, Bob, and his wife are getting along so well in Texas. She concludes by commenting on other family and taxes.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, undated

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten and undated letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb and asks after Lit's child and his health. She goes on to explain a new wheat she's been using for baking and describes how she's been using it.
Letter, T. C. Blake to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, February 18, 1870

T. C. Blake

In this handwritten letter, dated February 18, 1870, T. C. Blake writes to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to let her know he is sending money and where/how he is sending it. Th letter Is written on "Office of the Banner of Peace, Theological Medium and Sabbath School Gem." stationary.
Letter, from E. H. Williams to her Mother, December 10, 1870

E. H. Williams

In this handwritten letter, E. H. Williams writes from Leak County, Mississippi to her mother. She tells her about the weather's impediment on getting the cotton baled or any outdoor work done. She goes on to update her with all the news of their mutual friends and asks after the folks back home.
Account Ledger, Attala County, Mississippi, Harriet Buchanan, 1856-1869

This ledger documents taxes and other payments made to Attala County and recorded by Harriet Buchanan in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Amount of Papers Left with A. J. Boyd, September 25, 1869

This handwritten ledger page documents the list of amounts due on loans and or purchases left with A. J. Boyd. The list provides names, what the balance is for, and the totals due from each person.
Court Witness Receipt, Henry Hollingswood for Attala County Circuit Court, September 1869

This circuit court receipt states that Henry Hollingswood proved his three day attendance as a witness for the defendant in the J. C. Lucas versus Joshua Brooks case and is owed five dollars and ninety cents for reimbursement for travel.
Haniette A. Lewis School Report, 1869

This list of names certifies the number of days attended sent to Haniette A. Lewis's school in the year 1869 in Kosciusko, township number 14 for a total of five students attending 369 days.
List of Attendance in Ros. Boyd's School, January 3, 1869

This list certifies the names of numbers of days attended for students enrolled in the school where Ros. Boyd taught in Kosciusko, township 14, for the year 1869, dated January 3, 1869.
List of Students and Attendance During 1869

This list certifies the names of numbers of days attended for students enrolled in the school where Alfred Frazier taught in Kosciusko, township 14, for the year 1869.
List of Students and Attendance During 1869, Lizzie Comfort, Teacher

This list certifies the names of numbers of days attended for students enrolled in the school where Lizzie Comfort taught in Kosciusko, township 14, for the year 1869, for a total of 1760 days.
Loan note, Meek and Young to R. B. Webb, May 6, 1869

This handwritten loan note states that Meek and Young owe R. B. Webb forty-six dollars and sixty cents.
Receipt, Kosciusko Council !2 Dues for John G. Humphries, January 7, 1869

This receipt, dated January 7, 1869, documents the two dollar payment made by John G. Humphries for his membership to the Kosciusko Council No. 12.
Receipt, R. B. Webb for Mr. E. McCary, November 15, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents a transaction of four hundred and fifty dollars from the Mr. E. McCarry estate via the trustee, Robert B. Webb to James McAdory, W. B. Thompson and Mrs. Harvey for their interest in the deed of trust.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to C. Simon, January 23, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents the payment made by R. B. Webb to C. Simone for purchase and freight charges of a box of sugar.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to C. Simon, September 27, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents payment for purchases made by R. B. Webb from C. Simon including costs for freight for a total of forty-four dollars and fourteen cents. Items purchased include flour, molasses and saddle bags. Payment was received same day as purchase, September 27, 1869.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to H. V. Olive, December 14, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents the payment made by R. B. Webb to H. V. Olive for one hundred dollars, paying his dept in full for his part in a debt owed by Clark and Webb.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to James McAdory, W. B. Thompson and Mrs. Harvey, November 15, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents the payment of four hundred and fifty dollars made by R. B. Webb, trustee for Mrs. E. McCarry, to James McAdory, W. B. Thompson, and Mrs. Harvey for their interest in the trust.
Receipt, S. E. Wilson and Co. to Board of Trustees Male Academy, February 13, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents payment made by R. B. Webb, treasurer of the Board of Trustees of the Male Academy to S. E. Wilson for publishing a want ad for two weeks in January 1869 at a cost of two dollars and fifty cents.
Receipt, Trustees of Male Academy to Lucas and Thompson, May 5, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents payment made by R. B. Webb, treasurer of the Board of Trustees of the Male Academy to Lucas and Thompson for the purchase of a 368 foot R Edge Plank for two dollars and seventy-six cents. The receipt is signed by J. C. Lucas as paid in full.
Receipt, Trustees of Township No. 14 to W. W. Tipton, April 1869

This handwritten receipt documents a payment of two dollars and fifty cents made by the Trustees of Township no. 14 via R. B. Webb to W. W. Tipton for the purchase of lumber for the school house.
Receipt, W. J. Young to Robert B. Webb, January 6, 1869

This handwritten receipt documents items purchased on credit by Robert B. Webb from W. J. Young during June and August of 1857 and February 1861 for a total cost of sixteen dollars and twenty-five cents. The receipt is marked paid in full by W. J. Young and J. B. Davis on January 6, 1869.
School Account, M. Rose, 1869

In this document, M. Rose certifies that the names and numbers listed signify the number of days spent at her school. The list includes teachers' names with a column of numbers beside them.
School Roster for Township 14, Range 7 East, D. H. Linday, undated

This handwritten school roster documents the names of parents and how many days each sent their children to D. H. Lindsay's school in township 14 of Range 7 East.
Statement of Attendance, A. H. C. Hooper School, 1869

This statement lists the patrons and number of days they were sent to school with A. H. C. Hooper in the 1869, recorded December 28, 1869. The total number of days attended by eighteen patrons was two thousand, four hundred eighty-four.
Statement, R. B. Webb, Trustee to R. C. Kelly, December 14, 1869

This handwritten statement documents the sales of the Disruck land and the A. B. Reeves land and the amounts paid on each. The statement also documents payment in full made by R. B. Webb, trustee, to R. C. Kelly.
Statement, Rent, Taxes, etc. R. B. Webb to Munfort Jones, August 19, 1869

This handwritten statement from R. B. Webb lists money paid to Mrs. Cannon from Munfort Jones for rent as well as credits received.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, undated

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten and undated letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to express her concern at not having heard from the States in a while. She reminds her mother that she has written from far away places such as London and Paris and given them each address whenever she moved. She goes on to speculate that perhaps their letters had been delayed or not forwarded properly. She continues the letter by describing her time in Paris and how expensive it was. She expresses gratitude for all the wonderful places she's visited and fine people she's met during her travels. She speaks of her son, Leon, and how delightful he is.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, November 6, 1869

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated November 6, 1869, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to describe her teaching situation and what she may do differently in the future. She goes on to talk about education, her son's education prospects, and what she wishes Mr. Webb would pursue.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, October 4, 1869

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Calvert City, Texas to his wife, Matilda to let her know he'd arrived by steamboat, having traveled seven hundred miles. He describes his travels, all the stops he made, where he stayed and what the towns are like.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, September 27, 1869

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from Durant, Mississippi to his wife, Matilda to let her know he'd arrived there and inform her on what he was able to purchase. He instructs her on how the items will get to her and what she needs to do. He concludes by encouraging her to write often when he gets to New Orleans.
Letter, from Robert Benson Webb to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, September 29, 1869

Robert Benson Webb

In this handwritten letter Robert Webb writes from New Orleans, Louisiana to his wife, Matilda to let her know he'd arrived safely in New Orleans. He tells her about the trip and the exploration he's done while there before they leave for Texas. He goes on to describe the French market and Jackson square, including the statue of Andrew Jackson and what it looks like up close. He continues by describing his visit to the Catholic Church located near Jackson Square and concludes by explaining the plans for the rest of the trip.
Attala County Report of Fines, September 22, 1868

In this report dated September 22, 1868 and presented to the Attala Treasurer, Attala County sheriff and tax collector, John C. Lucas, certifies this as a report of fines collected by him at the September 1868 term of the Circuit Court. A list of names and the amount of the fines are listed.
Costs of Court Cases, A. G. Noah to R. B. Webb, undated

This list documents cases and court costs due to R. B. Webb from A. G. Noah in total of six hundred seventeen dollars and thirty-six cents.
Court Witness Receipt, Henry Hollingswood for Attala County Circuit Court, September 1868

This circuit court receipt states that Henry Hollingswood proved his five day attendance as a witness in the J. C. Lucas versus Joshua Brooks case and is owed nine dollars and nine cents for reimbursement for travel.
Envelope, County Treasurer of Attala County, Mississippi, undated

This envelope is addressed to County Treasurer of Attala County, Kosciusko, Mississippi from Auditor's Office, Jackson, Mississippi. The envelope is postmarked Jackson, Mississippi, August 14. The date is not legible.
Envelope, James A. Mayfield, Kosciusko, Mississippi to F. A. Ledum, undated

This R. B. Webb Sheriff stationary envelope has R. B. Webb's name marked out of the return address and replaced with James A. Mayfield. F. A. Ledum is written in the address space with no address. "No=1161 Mrs. Fannie Gowenstat Esparte Receipts" is written in pencil on the right end of the envelope.
James McAdony in Account with Clark and Webb, 1868-07-15

This ledger page lists the purchases made in account for James McAdony with Clark and Webb. The Attala County probate clerk recognizes that the account has not been paid for what is credited and cites that a claim has been made for settlement.
List of Gen County Warrants [of Payment] Received by J. C. Lucas, August 27, 1868

This handwritten warrants of payment, received by J. C. Lucas lists the names and amounts owed the county. The list is in two columns on the first page and one column on the second page. The last seven names on the second page have been marked through along with their totals.
List of General County Warrants from John Lucas, July 8, 1868

This document contains two columns of names and dollar amounts owed in the general county warrants presented from John C. Lucas, Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Photograph, General T. J. (Stonewall) Jackson

This color sketch style photograph depicts a headshot of Confederate General T. J. "Stonewall" Jackson in his uniform. His name and rank are printed at the bottom of the image.
Receipt, Harriet Harvey to R. B. Webb, May 30, 1868

This handwritten receipt documents the one hundred dollars given to R. B. Webb as a trustee by Harriet Harvey collected from the estate of Benj. McCleary by sale of land under the deed of trust. The receipt is signed By C. H. Campbell, attorney, on behalf of Harriet Harvey. A two cent George Washington postage stamp with the date written over it is placed in the upper left corner of the receipt.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to Mississippi Central Railroad, April 30, 1868

This handwritten receipt documents R. B. Webb's payment to Mississippi Central Railroad for freight charges on a box of bacon. The freight charges totaled five dollars and forty cents. The payment was received on May 5, 1867 by an agent named Johnson.
Report to the Board by John C. Lucas, August 1868

This report to the board from John C. Lucas provides itemized details of fines, taxes, funds, and credits in August 1868 in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
Sheriff's County Receipt Book, 1868

This book, titled Sheriff's County Receipt Book, 1868, records payments and funds collected by John C. Lucas, Attala County Sheriff and Tax Collector, for various taxes, fines, and general county funds from March 1968 to July 1969.
Sketch, Robert E. Lee

This black and white sketch style portrait is a headshot of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. His name and rank is printed along the bottom of the sketch
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, July 17, 1868

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated July 17, 1868, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes from London, England to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to update her on how she is getting along in England. She states that she is finding London less pleasant in Summer but is enjoying the little town, Ealing, where they're living. She goes on to discuss how anxious she is about some business matters her brother, Jack, is handling for her and how she has not heard from him. She is hopeful to keep her boarding house in La Grange, Tennessee and is hopeful that it will continue to rent, though she has not heard. She concludes by stating that while she would love to see her family in the States she is determined not to return until things are more settled there.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, 1868

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten and undated letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb in response to Lit's letter. She speaks of her hope to meet with a southern literary agent which she is hopeful with lead to publishing.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, January 15, 1868

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated January 15, 1868, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to correct a few of the things her son, Leon, had written to Lit. She goes on to describe how popular it is to dance but how few people participate in public balls or dances. She describes the cold weather and lets her know that she's contacted someone in Liverpool to inquire about passage to either New York or New Orleans. A letter to Mr. Webb (Robert B. Webb) is included at the end of the original letter in which Sophia informs him about her experience attending a service of a preacher named Mr. Spurgem.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, March 10, 1868

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated March 10, 1868, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to tell her she's received her letters. She discusses Lit's need for a servant, their brother's marriage, and her expectations of leaving Europe to return to New Orleans soon. She goes on to discuss her prospects for living and working in the States and her discouragement in hearing accounts of what the South is like. A letter to Mr. Webb is included wherein she discusses her upcoming trip in a "sailing vessel" to return home. She goes on to discuss the volatile politics in the States and how she hopes the South stays out of it this time and let the North divide itself.
Letter, Sophie Boyd to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, December 4, 1868

Sophie Boyd

In this handwritten letter, dated December 14, 1868, Sophie Boyd writes to her cousin, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to tell her of all the sickness that has kept her and her mother occupied. She goes on to update Lit on everyone's health and speculates on how everyone will continue to improve or not. She goes on to speak of her birthday the day before and how she spent the day working. She speaks of how she has partially promised to take a school in Rankin County once the family had recovered from their sicknesses.
Letter, from Warren E. Webb to Robert B. Webb, February 28, 1868

Warren E. Webb

In this handwritten letter, W. E. [Warren E.] Webb writes from Grant County, Kentucky to his brother, Robert B. Webb in Mississippi to find out if Robert wants him to send him any meat and how much. He goes on to discuss the tobacco harvest, the land he's renting and wishes he could buy, the price of stock and goods, and how scarce money is.
Account, Circuit Clerk Fines, 1867

This handwritten account of circuit court fines lists the total amounts of fines accrued during the March 1867 term and the September 1867 term. The account also lists credits made to the court by J. C. Lucas, Wallace, and lists what is still owed by Wallace in the amount of two hundred and one dollars.
Funeral Notice, Willie Precious Scarborough, [June 1867]

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Willie Precious Scarborough, the infant son of Judge I. W. and Mrs. Lucy G. Scarborough. A search of surnames on https://genealogytrails.com/miss/attala/cemeteries/kosciusko-l.html places Willie's death in June 1867, though the notice does not name a death or funeral date.
Letter, from Unknown to Cousins, November 29, 1867

In this handwritten letter, an unidentified person writes from Boulogne to their cousins and describes their travels throughout Europe, including Scottland, Ireland, England, France and Italy. They describe the things they saw in the various museums. The letter is badly torn and damaged.
Loan Note, R. B. Webb to R. J. Mosely, April 22, 1867

In this handwritten loan note, R. J. Mosley owes R. B. Webb five dollars.
Promissory Note, W. S. Sweatt to R. R. Boyd, January 2, 1867

In this handwritten promissory note, W. S. Sweatt promises to repay R. R. Boyd seven dollars and ninety-eight cents for tuition for his son. The paper is torn around the edges and has some light staining.
Receipt for Sale of Enslaved Female, April 16, 1867

This receipt documents the payment in full made to R. B. Webb, Commissioner, for the sale of a Black woman named Sophia by order of the Chancery Cort and purchased by J. M Anderson for one thousand, five hundred and fifty dollars. The receipt is dated April 16, 1867
Receipt for Taxes Collected, April 11, 1867

This handwritten receipt records the deposit of one thousand dollars to Attala County, Mississippi made by John C. Lucas, Sheriff and tax collector, for the jail fund collected for taxes for the 1866 fiscal year. The receipt was recorded by W. P. Love, treasurer and R. B. Webb, Circuit Court clerk. "Cancelled July 9, 1867" written across the center of the receipt.
Receipt, John C. Lucas from W. P. Sool, April 11, 1867

This receipt documents a four hundred dollar tax payment made to Attala County sheriff and tax collector, John C. Lucas on April 11, 1867 for the 1868 fiscal year and deposited with W. P. Love, treasurer.
Receipt, R. B. Webb from S. A. Gayarrs, February 16, 1867

This receipt documents the payment in full of ninety-six dollars and twenty-five cents for a case of instruments sold to R. B. Webb by S. A. Gayarrs from the Estate of J. W. Davis on February 16, 1867.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to Harriet Harvey, July 20, 1867

This handwritten receipt documents a payment of one hundred dollars made to R. B. Webb by Harriet Harvey in Webb's role as trustee of the Benjamin McCarry estate. The receipt goes on to state that as trustee, Webb is harmless should any dispute arise from the payment, naming Harriet Harvey liable instead. The initial receipt is signed by Harriet Harvey via her attorney, C. H. Campbell. A secondary receipt at the bottom of the page records a payment of one hundred dollars to R. B. Webb dated October 14, 1867 for the amount of one hundred dollars for Harvey's probate share in the sale of the McCarry lots. Harvey and her attorney both signed.
Receipt, R. B. Webb to W. B. Thompson, August 22, 1867

This handwritten receipt documents a payment of two hundred eighteen dollars and twenty-four cents made by R.B. Webb to W. B. Thompson for his interest in the deed of trust held by Mrs. E. McClary to James McAdory, M. B. Thompson, and Mrs. Harriet Harvey.
Tax Receipt, John C. Lucas from W. P. Sool, April 11, 1867

This tax receipt documents taxes collected from John C. Lucas in total of one thousand, three hundred and seventeen dollars and eighty cents, for general county fund, collected by W. P Love, Treasurer via R. B. Webb.
Trustee's Sale of Town Property, October 19th, 1858

In this handwritten notice, R. B. Webb, trustee of the deed of trust for the McCarry estate, provides details for the sale of a lot in Kosciusko, Mississippi, at the behest of the Eunice McCarry. The notice provides details of the lot that is for sale. The paper has small tears on the edges and a hole in the bottom right corner.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, May 29, [1867]

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated May 29, [1867], Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to let her know she'd received her letter and how happy she was to learn that her mother's shoulder was improving. She goes onto explain that she is moving house because her current one was making her sick with colds.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green, undated

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten and undated letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her mother, Anna (Annie) McKee Boyd Green to update her on her health and share her plans for traveling to the Continent [Europe] and where she hopes to visit there.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Her Nieces and Nephews, [1867]

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten and undated letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Lit's and brother James' children to describe where she lives and all the beautiful nature and animals she sees every day. She goes on to share an anecdote of a time when her son, (their cousin) Leon let their kitten eat from a dinner plate on the dining table while he ate his own dinner.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Jack (Anderson Jackson) Boyd, February 7, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated February 7, 1867, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her brother, Jack (Anderson Jackson) Boyd inquiring as to why she has not heard anything from any of the family she's written, stating that the last letter she received was from November the previous year. She goes on to discuss business matters that need tending to on her behalf and ask about the sale of her cotton. She goes on to tell him about the severe weather they're having, her son. Leon's improvements in school, and other news she's learned since last she wrote home.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Jack (Anderson Jackson) Boyd, March 21, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated March 21, 1867, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her brother, Jack (Anderson Jackson) Boyd to inform him of how the delays of his responses to her affected her finances in that she delayed selling cotton and lost a great portion of income. She goes on to say that she hope what she did get will be enough to sustain her in Europe another two years in hopes that her son, Leon, will have a strong educational foundation. She continues by saying she has no regrets in going to Europe and so long as her health remains strong, she will continue to be grateful for the opportunity to go. the letter is incomplete.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Jack (Anderson Jackson) Boyd, March 29, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated March 29 [1876], Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her brother, Jack (Anderson Jackson) Boyd informing him that she had to delay her cotton sales again due to the low market prices but hopes to be able to sell at the Manchester Market in two or three weeks. She goes on to discuss her son, Leon's, illness and other details from her life.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten, undated, and partially missing letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to ask after their mother and updated Lit on what she and her son, Leon, have been doing. She goes on to ask after Lit's children and expresses that she wishes she could see them.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, January 9, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated January 9, [1867], Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to describe what her current living situation is like and how much she is enjoying it. She states that she enjoys living in a place that she is not ashamed to entertain friends in. She goes on to discuss her thoughts on her travels throughout Europe and whether or not she'll return to the states.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, March [1867]

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten and undated letter [presumed written in March 1867], Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb to express her disappointment at receiving so few letters from home. She asks after her sister's health and the children and lets her know that she will likely be moving to a new rooming house in Edinburg once her current roommate leaves. She goes on to ask after the formerly enslaved people they'd known.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, May 29, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated May 29, 1861, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her sister, Matilda Ann "Lit" Boyd Webb, to tell her she received hers and their mother's letters and to compliment Lit on her children's accomplishments. She goes on to discuss the loss of Lit's gardens to freezing weather and how unseasonably cold it has been where she is. She tells of a friend from New Orleans who slated to visit her in Edinburgh and goes on to discuss her son, Leon's classes, friends, and activities.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Robert B. Webb, January 2, 1867

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated January 2, 1867Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her brother-in-law, Robert B. Webb to discuss the pleasant weather they had during the holidays until a snow storm set in on New Year's Eve. She does on to describe their new home and what the area it's located in is like including a gymnasium for the community where she and her son, Leon, have gone to.
Letter, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays to Robert B. Webb, May 30, 1869

Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays

In this handwritten letter, dated May 30, 1867, Sophia Boyd Andrews Hays writes to her brother-in-law, Robert B. Webb and discusses the political condition of the South and expresses her sadness at the "poor downtrodden, unhappy country". She goes on to express her thoughts on the situations the South were living under. A second letter is added on June 3, 1867 to describe her new home in Edinburgh