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University of Houston Libraries' Special Collections

The University of Houston Libraries' Special Collections presents a large collection of personal letters from Mary (Mrs. Anson) Jones, dated between 1866 to 1882, discussing local affairs, family and friends. After Anson Jones's death, there were issues relating to land claims and taxes on land owned by the family. The bulk of the letters are to Mary Jones's son, Cromwell Anson Jones.

To see the items this partner contributed to the following collections, click on the collection names.

Collection(s):
Where the West Begins: Capturing Fort Worth's Historic Treasures - 2 objects
Mary (Mrs. Anson) Jones Letters - 192 objects
Contact Name: Dick Dickerson, University Archivist
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University of Houston Libraries
Special Collections
14 University Libraries
Houston, Texas 77204-2000

Phone: 713-743-1050