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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, The Bolivia Gold Exploration Company to the Stockholders, April 4, 1941

In this letter to the stockholders, Percy S. Morris, the secretary of the Bolivia Gold Exploration Company, writes to inform them of the Notice of Annual Meeting of the Stockholders to be held on May 5, 1941. The letter informs the stockholders how to involve a proxy, if needed, reminds them of current officers' information, and updates them on the status of the company. A formal notice of the annual meeting card is included with the letter as well as an envelope postmarked Denver, Colorado, April 4, 1941.
Newspaper Clipping, Flight To Save Patient's Life is First in State, February 17, 1941

This article describes the first known time that an airplane was used to fly a doctor somewhere to perform emergency medical services. Dr. A. E. Gordin of Jackson borrowed Dr. R. L. Dodd's airplane to fly to Kosciusko to perform emergency surgery on James Swanson Niles. Unfortunately, Niles did not survive the surgery.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Margaret Buchanan, January 31, 1941

This poll tax receipt, dated January 31, 1941, documents the two dollar poll tax paid to Attala County, Mississippi by Margaret (Mrs. J. F.) Buchanan for 1940. The receipt is signed by H.L.R., deputy.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to E. L. Ray, February 1, 1941

This property tax receipt, dated February 1, 1941, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1940 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt provides the property description, what the allocations are, and how much was paid.
Property Tax Receipt, Kosciusko, Mississippi to E.L. Ray, February 5, 1941

This property tax receipt, dated February 5, 1941, documents the payment of property taxes made to the city of Kosciusko for the 1940 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt documents the property , the allocations, and the amount paid. The receipt is signed by J. H. Parham, city tax collector.
Letter, from Theodore G. Bilbo to Emmett L. Ray, October 23, 1941

Theodore G. Bilbo

In this typed letter, U. S. Senator Theodore G. Bilbo writes to Emmett L. Ray to thank him for his letter advocating for a Miss Anna Buchanan and to let Ray know that he would write to the personnel advisor the Farm Service Agency to strongly recommend her for an appointment. The letter is written on United States Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry letterhead. And envelope addressed to Honorable E. L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi and postmarked October 23, 1941, Washington, D. C. is included.
Letter, James T. Crawley to Dave. C. Atwood, May 28, 1941

James T. Crawley

In this typed letter, dated May 28, 1941, James T. Crawley writes to Dr. Dave C. Atwood to invite him to come see him at his office to discuss a matter of settling Emmett Ray's account against Atwood.
Letter, from John W. Jamison to Emmett L. Ray, January 29, 1941

John W. Jamison

In this typed letter, John W. Jamison to Emmett L. Ray to request that he send the necessary certificates and affidavits to him so that he can submit them in order to renew his license with the Federal Communication Commission in Washington, D. C.
Biographical Sketch of Adolphus Clark Webb of Anderson County, South Carolina

This handwritten biographical sketch of Adolphus Clark Webb provides genealogical information on Webb's family and provides information on his life and history. His wife and children's are included.
Circular, The Theological Medium, Undated

This circular advertises a new subscription plan offered by the Cumberland Presbyterian publication, The Theological Medium. The circular offers a reduce annual subscription cost of two dollars.
Commemorative Thaddeus Kosciuszko Envelope Addressed to Mrs. E. L. Ray, February 12, 1940

This empty, white envelope is addressed to Mrs. E. L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi. The commemorative envelope includes an image of Thaddeus Kosciuszko and commemorative details of the general for which the city of Kosciusko is named. The envelope is lined by illustrations of red stars and blue striped shields in the corners. The postmaster and mayor both signed the bottom of the envelope. The item is postmarked Kosciusko, Mississippi, February 12, 1940 and a blue, five cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right.
Envelope, E. L. Ray, Sheriff and Tax Collector, Attala County, Kosciusko, Miss., undated

This envelope is from E. L. Ray, Sheriff and Tax Collector, Attala County, Kosciusko, Miss. stationary . "Vouchers Turnage Williams Land Sale" is written along the front of the envelope.
Envelope from Kosciusko Bank, Kosciusko, Mississippi, undated

"Papers Pertaining to Delta Land own by J. F. Allen D. L Brown C.C. Foucher and E. L. Ray" is written across this empty, brown Kosciusko Bank envelope.
Funeral Notice, Captain Andrew Jackson Johnson, March 6, 1940

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Captain Andrew Jackson Johnson of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 6, 1940 with Reverends Rowe C. Holcomb, W. T. Darling, R. L Phelps, and T. W. Smallwood officiating.
Funeral Notice, George Castle (Uncle Dock) McCool, December 29, 1941

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of George Castle (Uncle Dock) McCool of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 29, 1941 with Reverend J. W. White and Reverend Rowe C. Holcomb officiating. The pallbearers are listed at being grandchildren while honorary pallbearers are listed as being Masons.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. A. J. Massey, August 28, 1940

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. A. J. Massey of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 28, 1940 with Dr. A. T. Cinnamond, Reverend R. C. Holcomb and Reverend S. E. Ashmore. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Georgia Comfort West, February 23, 1940

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Georgia Comfort West of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 23, 1940 with Dr. George W. Cheek officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Lucy Dickens Crawley, October 17, 1940

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Lucy Dickens Crawley of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 17, 1940.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Mary Comfort Leonard, August 5, 1940

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Mary Comfort Leonard of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 5, 1940 with Doctor George W. Cheeck officiating. The pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, O. K. Power, January 4, 1940

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of O. K. Power of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 4, 1940 with Reverend W. B. Hooker, Dr. George W. Cheek, and Reverend T. E. Gregory officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Guestbook, undated

This undated guestbook includes several pages of guest's names at an unidentified event. Well wishes and note's of congratulations are written with many of the names.
Magazine Article, The Bear Den, Bluemont, Virginia

This magazine article titled " The Bear Den, Bluemont, Virginia" describes the history of an area surrounding the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley, with primary focus on a rock formation called Bear Den. The article is accompanied by photos of the one of the Bear Den rocks and a view of the Shenandoah Valley as viewed from the Bear Den. An illustration of a bear cub at the opening of a cave and a sketch map of the Lower Shenandoah Vallen as viewed from Bear Den also accompany the article. There are visible creases and some small tears on the pages.
Merchants and Farmers Bank, Deposit Ticket for Denise Beyt Ray, January 18, 1940

This Merchants and Farmers Bank deposit ticket documents the deposit of one hundred dollars by Mrs. Denise (Beyt) Ray on January 18, 1940.
Newspaper Clipping, Clarence Dudley Sneed Obituary, June 18, 1940

In this obituary for Clarence Dudley Sneed, a former engineer and newspaper reporter, a brief biographical sketch is given and provides funeral service details. Sneed, born in Kosciusko, Mississippi was the son of William Sneed and Frances Boyd Sneed.
Partial Journal, Unidentified Person, undated

This partial journal describes and unidentified person's trip to Mexico and speaks of the crops, the houses, a Catholic chapel and near accident on a train.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Margaret Buchanan, January 18, 1940

This poll tax receipt, dated January 18, 1939, documents the two dollar poll tax paid to Attala County, Mississippi by Margaret Buchanan for 1939. The receipt is signed by E. E. Bailey, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector and V. Nelson, deputy.
Power of Attorney, R. B. Ray to E. L. Ray, December 14, 1940

This power of attorney, written by R. B. Ray appoints his son, E. L. Ray as his true and lawful attorney for him for the purpose of renting and managing his residence and lot in Kosciusko, Mississippi. The document is signed by R. B. Ray and notarized by James Crawley on December 14, 1940.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to E. L. Ray, January 31, 1940

This property tax receipt, dated January 31, 1940, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1939 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt describes the property description and how much was paid. The receipt is signed by E. E. Bailey, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Ways to Detect Counterfeit Money, 1880

This list provides ten ways to detect counterfeit money including things like lines of silk fiber, buttons, hearts, and underlines. "To detect counterfeit money" and R. L. Greensboro, St. Louis, Mo." is written in pencil on the back.
Letter, from Maria R. Dodds to Emmett L. Ray, January 8, 1940

Maria Refugio Dodd

In this typed letter, Maria R. Dodds writes from Guadalajara, Mexico to Emmett L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi letting him know she received his letter and the money he sent. She goes on to tell him about hers and her family's health and thanks him for his friendship and generosity.
Letter, from Maria Refugio Dodd to Emmett L. Ray, Undated

Maria Refugio Dodd

In this typed letter, Maria R. Dodds writes from Guadalajara, Mexico to Emmett L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She apologizes for not having written sooner and explains that she had been sick for two months. She goes on to express her appreciation for the statement he sent and all that he and his family had done for her. She apologizes for her poor English and explains that it's hard to remember it. She concludes by extending her love to his family.
Envelope, from Santa Rosa, California Addressed to Emmett L. Ray, April 17, 1940

Santa Rosa, California Addressed

This envelope addressed to Mr. E. L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi and postmarked Santa Rosa, California, April 17, 1940 bears and image of the Burbank Home with a caption describing the famous horticulturist, Luthor Burbank. A purple, three cent Luther Burbank postage stamp is in the upper right corner.
Envelope, from Santa Rosa, California Addressed to Mrs. Emmett L. Ray, April 17, 1940

Santa Rosa, California Addressed

This envelope addressed to Mrs. E. L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi and postmarked Santa Rosa, California, April 17, 1940 bears and image of the Burbank Home with a caption describing the famous horticulturist, Luthor Burbank. A purple, three cent Luther Burbank postage stamp is in the upper right corner.
Telegram, from Dud Sneed to J. H. Cain, undated

Dud Sneed

In this telegram, Dud Sneed writes from New Orleans, Louisiana to J. H. Cain in Kosciusko, Mississippi to ask after Emmett Ray. He says he's heard Emmett is ill and askes Cain to let Annie Ray know that he will send the best physician and also pay for the it. The telegram is a Postal Telegram-Cable Company Night Lettergram with the logo for the company in orange across the top. The center of the top half of the paper is torn.
Bank Statement, Merchants and Farmers Bank for W. W. Dodd Estate, September 18, 1939

This Merchants and Farmers Bank of Kosciusko, Mississippi Bank Statement for September 1939 documents the checks and deposits made on the W.W. Dodd estate account via E. L. Ray, the estate's executor.
Check, E. L. Ray to Cash, September 18, 1939

This Merchants and Farmers Bank check, dated September 18, 1939 is written to cash by E. L. Ray, the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate. Perforations across the center of the check mark it has paid.
Funeral Notice, Frederick Zollicoffer Jackson, Sr., March 7, 1939

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Frederick Zollicoffer Jackson, Sr. of Kosciusko on March 7, 1939 with Doctor George W. Cheek officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, J. O. Ashworth, March 14, 1939

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of J. O. Ashworth of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 14, 1939. The pall bearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mr. Horace W. Prewitt, January 26, 1939

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. Horace W. Prewitt of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 26, 1939 with Dr. George W. Cheek officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Irene Potts Guyton, April 1, 1939

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Irene Potts Guyton of Kosciusko, Mississippi on April 1, 1939 with Reverend George W. Cheek officiating. The pall bearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. J. D. Shanks, September 18, 1939

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. J. D. Shanks of Kosciusko, Mississippi on September 18, 1939 with Reverends Rowe C. Holcomb, A. T. Cinnamond, and Sam E. Ashmore officiating. The pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Samuel J. Winters, March 28, 1939

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Samuel J. Winters of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 28, 1939 with Dr. George W. Cheek officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Letter, Kosciusko Bank to E. L. Ray, February 18, 1939

In this letter, dated February 18, 1939, Ralph L. Landrum at Kosciusko Bank writes to provide E. L. Ray with the list of payments made by Ray towards D. C. Atwood's note with the bank. A list of dates and monetary figures is given within the letter and some handwritten statement notes are on the back of the letter. The letter is written on Kosciusko Bank letterhead.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Margaret Buchanan, January 20, 1939

This poll tax receipt, dated January 20, 1939, documents the two dollar poll tax paid to Attala County, Mississippi by Margaret Buchanan for 1938. The receipt is signed by Dr. D. F. Sallis, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, May 1, 1939

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated May 1, 1939, Annie Webb Ray Writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to describe several terrible incidents that plagued their community the day before and kept their sons, Emmett and Robert--both doctors--busy. She goes on to fill him in on all the things going on at home, as well and passes messages through him to their daughter-in-law, Miriam.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, May 13, 1939

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated May 13, 1939, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray and playfully fusses at him for only sending one card since he's been gone to Santa Rosa. She goes on to update him about her time in Jackson, a short trip to Philadelphia, Mississippi with their daughter and son-in-law, her interactions with her eye doctor and other physicians, and her fears for a family friend who is gravely ill at the hospital in Meridian. She fills him in on all the news in their community.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, May 18, 1939

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated May 18, 1939, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray, to fill him in on the news she's heard in the community and updates him what she knows of their sons Emmett and Robert and their wives. She tells him she is happy he is getting to see some of the country and teases him that she believes the woman told the truth when she told their daughter-in-law, Miriam, that he is cute and tells him he writes a good letter.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, May 4, 1939

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated May 4, 1939, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him she's gone to Jackson with friends and what all they've done there. She goes on to tell him her plans for the coming week and passes on news of friends.
Letter, Miriam Jackson Ray to Anna (Annie) Webb Ray, December 22, 1939

Miriam Jackson Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated December 22, 1939, Miriam Jackson Ray, Leighton W. Ray's wife, writes to her mother-in-law, Anna (Annie) Webb Ray to discuss her Christmas plans and her daughter's delight at the number of packages Anna sent for Christmas. She goes on to share news of her husband Leighton, some family friends, and offers some thoughts on the gifts she sent the family in Mississippi. An envelop with a Santa Rosa, California postmark and two, purple three cent postage stamps is included along with a newspaper clipping with the headline "Creative Arts Address Heard at AAUW Dinner."
Deed of Trust, E. L. Ray to James T. Crawley, January 5, 1938

In this deed of trust, dated January 5, 1938, E. L. Ray promises to pay James T. Crawely five hundred and thirty dollars and fifty cents as outlined in a promissory note of the same date, with six percent interest. The deed of trust outlines the terms of the loan and the collateral held. A note written diagonally in the center declares the loan paid September 13, 1938 with James T. Crawley's signature beneath.
Deposit Slip, merchants and Farmers Bank by E. L. Ray, April 30, 1938

This Merchants and Farmers Bank deposit slip, dated April 30, 1938, documents the money deposited in the W. W. Dodd estate account by E. L. Ray.
Funeral Notice, Dr. W. R. Pope, January 3, 1938

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Dr. W. R. Pope of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 3, 1938 with Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, John B. Davis, October 5, 1938

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of John B. Davis of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 5, 1938 with Reverends T. E. Gregory, J. T. McCafferty, A. T. Cinnamond and G. W. Cheek officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Ava Sims Rogers, July 14, 1938

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Ava Sims Rogers of Kosciusko, Mississippi on July 14, 1938 with Reverend A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Hattie A. Jenkins, February 25, 1938

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Hattie A. Jenkins of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 25, 1938 with Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Funeral Notice, Thomas Land, March 16, 1938

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Thomas Land of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 16, 1938 with Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Letter, from Ora and Dud Sneed to Annie Webb Ray, December 22, 1938

In this typed letter Ora Sneed writes from Covington, Louisiana to Annie Webb Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi to update her on Dud's health and how much they both miss her and the family. She goes on to talk about how politics affected her job and then about how she can't believe that all of Ray's children are grown and married and how she and Dud miss them all. She concludes by giving information on how to reach a number of people they know and offers Christmas greetings. The letter is signed "Ora and Dud".
Lien Release, Kosciusko Bank to D. C. and Dora Atwood, April 25, 1938

This set of documents from the Chancery Court of Attala County, Mississippi describes the release of the real estate and land described in the deed of trust held by Kosciusko Bank for D. C. and Dora Atwood. The decree specifies that only the real estate is released from the deed of trust. The documents include a Decree, a Release statement, statements of interested parties, Chancery Clerk statements, and a copy of the Deed of Trust in question.
Merchants and Farmers Bank, Deposit Ticket for Denise Beyt Ray, December 29, 1938

This Merchants and Farmers Bank deposit ticket documents the deposit of one hundred dollars by Mrs. Denise (Beyt) Ray on December 29, 1930.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, February 12, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated February 12, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray and tells him about the excessive rain they've been getting in Santa Rosa. She encourages him and other family to go visit their daughter, Margaret lest people think she has no family. She tells him of her plan to be with him by the following Saturday as she intends to leave Thursday night. She goes on to tell him of her social engagements.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, February 17, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated February 17, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him she was grateful to receive his letter and thanks him for the check he sent. She informs him that their son, Leighton, is insisting on paying for her pullman so she may stay two more weeks. She goes on to tell him about the death of a neighbor's father, how she's been spending her time and how their so Leighton is doing.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, February 21, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated February 21, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him that this will likely be the last letter she writes before she leaves for home. She lets him know when she's leaving and how she's getting to the train. She goes on to tell him about all the invitations she's gotten and what she and their son, Leighton, have been doing and how she hates to leave but is ready to go home.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, February 4, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated February 4, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him everything she's been doing as of late. She informs him about Leighton's headaches, discusses some falsehoods in the society pages about Leighton and Miriam, and her indecision about whether or not she should stay till spring. She goes on to discuss the deaths and other bad news he'd shared in his previous letter and share up updated on Elizabeth's eyesight.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, January 10, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated January 10, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray, complimenting him on how good his letters are and thanking him for the five dollars he sent her. She updates him on who she's dined with, what she's been doing and provides news on their son, Leighton, Alice, and others in her circle of family and friends.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, January 21, 1935

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated January 21, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him about all the social events she's been to, the new grounds at a friend's house, and what their son, Leighton has been doing, and the plans Leighton and Miriam have for her to stay longer.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, January 2, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated January 2, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to fill him in on what all she's been doing, what their son, Leighton, has been doing, what her thoughts on the football games were, and how Elizabeth is doing in school. She asks after the family and teases him about all the cakes he got from his lady friends for Christmas.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, January 27, 1938

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated January 27, 1938, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him about the long ride her son, Leighton, took her on up to Russian River and over the ocean. She describes how pretty the ocean is and all the cattle and sheep they saw on the way home. She advises that Leighton will pay her fare back so he needs not send her any money.
Letter, Miriam Jackson Ray to Emmett L. Ray, January 25, 1938

Miriam Jackson Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated January 25, 1938, Miriam Jackson Ray, Leighton W. Ray's wife, writes to her father-in-law Emmett L. Ray to tell him how please she and Leighton are to have Mrs. Ray [Anna (Annie) Webb Ray] with them for a little while and ask him to let her stay until Spring and describes how they are all getting along. She goes on to discuss the weather, other members of the family, how busy they are with social events. An envelope with a Santa Rosa, California postmark and one green, and one red postage stamp is included.
Deed of Trust Transfer

This document, dated April 14, 1937, transfers the deed of trust held by Kosciusko Bank for D.C. and Dora Atwood to First National Bank, Lexington, Mississippi during the liquidation of the Kosciusko Bank. The document is notarized by an Attala County notary public.
Funeral Notice, Mr. J. D. Comfort, July 15, 1937

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. J. D. Comfort of Kosciusko, Mississippi on July 15, 1937.
Funeral Notice, Mr. R. J. Turner, August 29, 1938

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. R. J. Turner of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 29, 1938 with Dr. George W. Cheek and Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mr. R. W. Stonestreet, March 19, 1937

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. R. W. Stonestreet of Kosciusko, Mississippi on March 19, 1937 with Reverend E. F. Tucker officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. John L. Beyt, January 7, 1937

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. John L. Beyt of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 7, 1937. An illustration of a tree standing beside a lamp with a large base that a woman in a dress is leaning against is included at the top of the notice.
Funeral Notice, Mr. W. I. Shumaker, January 27, 1937

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. W. I. Shumaker of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 27, 1937 with Reverend T. E. Gregory officiating. The pallbearers are listed.
Marriage Announcement, Margaret Ray to James Franklin Buchanan, November 4, 1937

In this card, the marriage of Margaret Ray to James Franklin Buchanan on November 4, 1937 is announced by Margaret's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Leighton Ray.
Newspaper Clipping, Margaret Ray and Frank Buchanan Engagement Announcement and Social News, The Star Herald, September 30, 1937

This clipping from the Star Herald in Kosciusko, Mississippi, shares the engagement announcement of Margaret Ray and Frank Buchanan, describing the couple as being from two prominent families in the state. The article goes on to share their wedding plans and where they plan to settle after the wedding. Another article in the upper right describes Margaret Ray's hosting of a Bridge Club and describes the decorations and food served. Margaret Ray is the daughter of Emmett L. and Annie Webb Ray. Two other articles on the page describe the Junior Twentieth Century Club and the birth of James Charles Bell.
Newspaper Clipping, Margaret Ray and Frank Buchanan Wedding Announcement November 8, 1937

This clipping announces the wedding of Margaret Ray and Franklin Buchanan on November 4, 1937. The announcement describes the ceremony and what the bride and the bridal party wore.
Newspaper Clipping, National Sorority Founded in Oxford, 1937

This article describes the humble beginnings of the Delta Gamma sorority at the University of Mississippi in Oxford in 1874. The sorority was started by three friends who were forced to remain on campus during Christmas vacation--Eva Webb [Dodd], Anna Boyd [Ellington] and Mary Comfort [Leonard] and later grew to forty-seven collegiate chapters throughout the United States. The article list some of the prominent members of the sorority and names the objectives of it.
Newspaper Clipping, Personals Pages, Star Herald, Kosciusko, Mississippi, Margaret Ray Luncheon and Margaret Ray Bridal Shower, November 4, 1937

These clippings from the personals page of the Star Ledger in Kosciusko, Mississippi features two articles covering Margaret Ray's wedding. The first page features an article about the buffet luncheon held at the home of Mrs. Jones Woodward the Monday prior to Ray's Thursday wedding . The article describes the decorations, food, and names the attendees. The second page features an article covering the bridal shower given Margaret Ray by the Junior 20th Century club. The shower was a kitchen theme and the article describes what Ray wore, the decorations, and the food served. Other articles on the pages discuss a Halloween party, club meetings, and a tea party. Advertisements for local businesses are on the right side of the pages.
Newspaper Clipping, The Star Herald, Kosciusko, Mississippi, Ray/Buchanan Wedding, R. B. Ray Bridge Party, and Advertisement for W. L. Ray's Health Insurance, November 11, 1937

These clippings from the Star Herald in Kosciusko, Mississippi, cover society events in the community. The article on the left describes the wedding of Margaret Ray and Franklin Buchanan on November 4, 1937. The article details the bridal party, the decorations, and some of the guests. The articles on the right describe the prenuptial parties for Margaret Ray and a Bridge party hosted by Mrs. Robert Ray (Denise Beyt Ray) in her home. An advertisement in the upper right corner is a "notice" for insurance provider, W. L. Ray.
Newspaper Clipping, Vivid Memories, Jackson's Oldest Native Women, 1937

This article details the lives of two of the oldest native Jackson, Mississippi living in 1937, Miss Theresa Spengler and Mrs. Mary Boyd McGill. The article describes the homes of the women and the details of their long histories living in Jackson, including their memories of living through the Civil War. A photograph of McGill and her home are included with the article. The estimated year of this article, 1937, is based on McGill's age at the time of print.
Wedding Gift List, Margaret Ray Buchanan, 1937

This list documents the wedding gifts received and the names of the people giving the gifts. The list was likely made at a bridal shower for Margaret Ray Buchanan who married James Franklin Buchanan on November 4, 1937. Margaret is the daughter of Emmett and Annie Webb Ray.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Annie Webb Ray and Emmett L. Ray and Family, December 30, 1937

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated December 30, 1937, Annie Webb Ray writes to her family in Kosciusko to update them on what she's been doing, who she's dined with and how much she misses them
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Annie Webb Ray and Emmett L. Ray, December 22, 1937

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated December 22, 1937, Annie Webb Ray writes to her family to let them know how happy she was to receive their letters. She tells them about Leighton's headache and then includes a note to her daughter, Margaret, to thank her for the lovely gift Margaret and Frank sent to her. She lets them know that while California is pleasant, she thinks she would like to be home before summer. She goes on to tell them about Leighton's financial worries and the doctors' concerns about the county hospital. An envelope addressed to Mr. E. L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi and postmarked Santa Rosa, California, December 24, 1937 is included with the letter.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Emmett L. Ray, December 27, 1937

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated December 27, 1937, Annie Webb Ray writes to her husband, Emmett L. Ray to tell him about her trip, who's she's dined with, how she spent Christmas, and what she received for Christmas. She goes on to discuss things he'd mentioned in a previous letter and lets him know that she may not stay in California till Spring.
Postcard, Jack H. Ray to Emmett L. Ray, December 20, 1937

Jack H. Ray

In this handwritten postcard note, dated December 20, 1937, Jack H. Ray writes to his father, Emmett L. Ray to tell him how he's getting along at his brother Leighton's house in Santa Rosa, California. He describes what they've done, talks about his niece, and expresses that he's glad he came.
Check, E. L. Ray to N.Y. Exchange for Maria R. Dodd, March 30, 1936

This Merchants and Farmers Bank of Kosciusko, Mississippi check, dated March 30, 1936, is written to New York Exchange to Mrs. Maria R. Dodd from E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate, for one hundred and forty-seven dollars and forty-four cents. An illustration of Thaddeus Kosciuszko is on the left edge of the check.
Funeral Notice, Dr. David Lockett Brown, May 27, 1936

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. David Lockett Brown of Kosciusko, Mississippi on May 27, 1936.
Funeral Notice, Dr. J. W. Comfort, 1936

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Dr. J. w. Comfort of Kosciusko, Mississippi on a Tuesday in 1936. The pall bearers and honorary pall bearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Miss Blanche Alexander, October 12, 1936

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Miss Blanche Alexander of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 12, 1936.
Funeral Notice, Mr. L. L. Brewer, October 19, 1936

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. L. L. Brewer of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 19, 1936.
R. B. Ray Monogram Personal Secretary, 1936

This leather bound notebook or "personal secretary" is embossed with two columns on the cover and RBR is engraved in the center. A flip notebook is attached inside with a cover that reads "Monogram Personal Secretary" and the pocket on the interior of the book cover reads "Compliments of R. L. Criscoe Dist. for American Oil Co. Kosciusko, Mississippi. The first page in side ethe flip notebook reads "See Gov. White About Genessis Cal[?] July 7, 1936 2 years 6 mos. $500.00". the back cover of the book is brown with embossed reddish brown "frame."
Testimony of E. L. Ray, Chief Clerk, Division of Office Management, March 28, 1936

This testimony of E. L. Ray given to Charles D. Dimmock, special investigator of the department for the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in Washington, D.C. provides the questions and answers as to how E. L. Ray got his job as the chief clerk of the Division of Office Management of the Mississippi Division of WPA.
Will, Annie Webb Ray, July 29, 1936

In this last will and testament, Annie Webb Ray leaves all of her personal belongings to her daughter, Annie Margaret Ray, all of her furniture, China, silverware, and linens. An envelope stating "Will of Annie Webb Ray" is included.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, April 22, 1936

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated April 22, 1936, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Ray to let him know she received the bank draft he sent to her. She goes on to profusely thank him for all of his help and his friendship. She speaks of the troubles both Mexico and the U. S. are facing and expresses regret at not being able to visit him and his family. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary.
Letter, from B. B. Jones to Emmett L. Ray, August 3, 1936

B. B. Jones

Two letters written from B. B. Jones in Berryville, Virginia to Emmett L. Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi. In the first typed letter, Jones informs Ray that he has been ill as of late but will attend to the matter relayed in Ray's last letter to Jones. In the second typed letter, Jones informs Ray that he is sending a mare and a foal by freight to the to Jackson, Mississippi and includes the cost of the freight for Ray to approve. He goes on to say he intends to send the horses' pedigrees to Ray. Both letters are written on Audley Farm letterhead with an image of a horse named Princess Doreen in the upper left corner. An Audley Farm envelope addressed to Mr. Emmett L. Ray and postmarked Berryville, Virginia August 3, 1936 is include with the letters.
Letter, from Clarence L. Scamman to Robert B. Ray, 1944

Clarence L. Scamman

In this typed letter, dated February 19, 1936, Clarence L. Scammon of the Commonwealth Fund writes to Dr. Robert B. Ray at the Tulane University Graduate School of Medicine in New Orleans to inform Dr. Ray that they are enclosing the stipend for the first month of his fellowship at Tulane.
Letter, from Wess to Annie and Emmett Ray, December 27, 1936

Wess

In this typed letter, Wess writes from Cuba to Annie and Emmett Ray in Kosciusko, Mississippi in response to the letter he received from Annie. He offers Annie advice on her health woes and commiserates with her by updating her on his own health. He comments on the marriages of her sons and asks her ask them some medical advice on his behalf. He concludes by talking about his son, Yale, who is living with his sister-in-law in Missouri. The letter is written on Campania Agricola Luisiana, S. A. letterhead.
Deposit Slip, Merchants and Farmers Bank by E. L. Ray, February 11, 1935

This Merchants and Farmers deposit slip, dated February 11, 1935, documents the one hundred dollars deposited.
Funeral Notice, James Gordon Smythe, January 29, 1935

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of James Gordon Smythe of Kosciusko, Mississippi on January 29, 1935 with Reverends A. T. Cinnamond and T. E. Gregory officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.