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William B. Efner histories

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS SC 962

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of typewritten articles and histories written and compiled by Efner. They describe life in the early Dutch settlement of Schnectady, indian skirmishes, and Revolutionary warfare in the Mohawk Valley in the 1780's. Stories concerning prominent citizens, buildings, and landmarks are colorfully written. Schenectady is noted for its cloth industry which attracted many immigrants.

Dates

  • Creation: 1930-1950

Creator

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from William B. Efner histories must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical Note

Efner was the founder of the Schenectady, N.Y., Historical Society and served as the official historian of that city during the 1930's and 1940's.

Extent

10 items (129 leaves)(0.08 linear ft.)

Custodial History

Donated by Rhetus Galloway Schenectady in 1978.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; Rhetus Galloway Schenectady; 1978.

Appraisal

19th Century Western and Mormon Manuscripts.

Title
Register of William B. Efner histories
Status
In Progress
Author
Benjamin Sipes
Date
2010 July 27
Description rules
Appm
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

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