Contains correspondence concerning research projects, annual department budgets, personal opinions as to the future of Brigham Young University. Also includes records of a farewell reception and address given in behalf of President and Mrs. Howard S. McDonald, 1943-1950.

Letter from McDonald to LaVieve H. Earl, concerning accomplishments during McDonald's administration as president of Brigham Young University 1945 to 1949, dated April 22, 1953.

Forty-four handwritten and typed letters (131 leaves) by McDonald, mostly addressed to his mother. The letters primarily deal with personal and family matters including McDonald's experiences as a Mormon missionary in Pennsylvania and as a part of the American Expeditionary Force in France during World War I.

Contains correspondence regarding everyday administrative functioning, letters of congratulations for appointment, and correspondence with various colleges of the university, 1945-1949.

Contains the presidential papers of Howard S. McDonald, including correspondence and personnel files documenting the administration of the university, 1945-1949.