Author

Finding aid prepared by Desiree' H. Perry

Title

H.M. McCarty letterbook

Date

1883 October 22-1885 May 12

Repository

University of Kentucky Special Collections

Conditions Governing Access note

Collection is open to researchers by appointment.

Preferred Citation Note

47M6: [identification of item], H. M. McCarty letterbook, 1883-1885, University of Kentucky Special Collections.

Extent

0.23 Cubic feet

1 item

Biography/History

H.M. McCarty was the Assistant Secretary of State in Kentucky under Gov. James P. Knott. The Secretary of State at that time was James A. McKenzie.

Scope and Content

H.M. McCarty's letterbook contains copies of letters sent between October 22, 1883 and May 12, 1885. They concern matters such as state fees, legislature, office appointments and other business transactions. Most of the letters were typed by Clarence Egbert, private secretary to the governor.

Subjects

• Kentucky--Politics and government--1865-1950.
• Legislation--Kentucky.
• Letter books.
• Politicians--Correspondence.
• Politicians--Kentucky.

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