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Heath Family papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 16

Scope and Contents

The Heath Family Papers document the business dealings and transactions of one of Lafayette's early prominent families.

Dates

  • Creation: 1837 - 1923
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1837 - 1888

Creator

Access Information

Collection is open for research.

Copyright and Use Information

Material in this collection is in the public domain. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Extent

1.507 Cubic Feet (One cubic foot box and one flat box)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement Note

This collection is arranged chronologically.

Related Materials

MSP 3, John Purdue Papers, Purdue University Archives and Special Collections, Purdue University Libraries.

Processing Information

Whenever possible, original order of the materials has been retained. All materials have been housed in polyester sleeves, acid-free folders, and acid-free boxes.

Title
Heath Family papers
Status
Completed
Author
Joanne Mendes and Sara Pettinger
Date
2025-06-20
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Edition statement
Second edition. Collection description was first created on June 12, 2008.

Revision Statements

  • 2025-06-20: Collection identification number updated to MSS 16 from heat00 and collection description updated by Sara Pettinger.

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

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