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Sub-Series 1: Incoming Correspondence, 1876-1925

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Correspondence--both incoming and outgoing, business and legal papers of Louis Houck, the Southeast Missouri railroad entrepreneur, and his son, Giboney, a partner in his father’s business ventures and member of the Missouri House of Representatives (1919). Some political papers relating to Giboney Houck are included, as well as photographs--both personal and related to railroads, business ledgers, maps, and artifacts.

Dates

  • Creation: 1876-1925

Conditions Governing Access

Certain files are restricted and will require special permission to be viewed.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 117.75 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

General correspondence, primarily business correspondence, but also includes personal correspondence. Correspondence is arranged into folders by date, and then is arranged in alphabetical order by correspondent.

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

Contact:
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Cape Girardeau Missouri 63701 United States
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