Pease, Graham, and Niles Families Papers
The Pease, Graham, and Niles Families Papers consist of materials related to multiple generations of the families of Elisha Marshall Pease, who was governor of Texas from 1853 to 1857 and from 1867 to 1869, and his wife, Lucadia Christiana (Niles) Pease. The collection is composed of five different acquisitions and includes personal, professional, and political documents from the 19th and 20th centuries.
About the Collection
E. M. Pease and his family were meticulous record keepers, allowing current and future generations a very detailed and intimate view into the personal and professional accomplishments of three noted American families. Included in the papers are correspondence; agreements, contracts, and deeds; ledgers; maps and blueprints; broadsides and circulars; diaries and journals; newspaper clippings; books and magazines; bills and receipts; and photographs. This online collection includes a sampling from the collection and represents the breadth of subjects covered in the papers.
At a Glance
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112
Items
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7
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1
Partner
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15
Decades
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2
Languages
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26
Counties
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5
States
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1
Country
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36,709
Usage
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8 years, 1 month ago
Collection Created
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8 years, 1 month ago
Last Updated
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![[Correspondence to Governor E.M. Pease from M.H. Stansell]](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
Cite This Collection
Here is our suggested citation. Consult an appropriate style guide for conformance to specific guidelines.
Pease, Graham, and Niles Families Papers in The Portal to Texas History. University of North Texas Libraries. https://texashistory.unt.edu/explore/collections/NILES/ accessed May 9, 2024.
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