H.M. McCarty letterbook

Descriptive Summary

Title
H.M. McCarty letterbook
Date
1883 October 22-1885 May 12
Creator
McCarty, H.M.
Extent
0.23 Cubic feet
Subjects
Legislation--Kentucky.
Letter books.
Politicians--Correspondence.
Politicians--Kentucky.
Finding Aid Author
Finding aid prepared by Desiree' H. Perry
Preferred Citation
47M6: [identification of item], H. M. McCarty letterbook, 1883-1885, University of Kentucky Special Collections.
Repository
University of Kentucky

Collection Overview

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.

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Conditions Governing Access
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Use Restrictions
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