Funkhouser/Jones Collection, 1886/1920

Access and use

Location of collection:
Shenandoah County Library
Shenandoah County Library
514 Stoney Creek Blvd.
Edinburg VA, 22824
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Zachary Hottel
Phone: (540) 984-8200
Restrictions:

This collection is open to researchers without restrictions. Researchers must register and agree to all copyright laws and archives policies before using the collection. Please contact the Shenandoah County Library before visiting to use this collection.

Preferred citation:

[Identification of item] Funkhouser/Jones Collection, 1886-1920, Truban Archives, Shenandoah County Library, Edinburg, Virginia, USA.

Summary

Extent:
1 Linear Feet 1 letter sized archival box.
Abstract:
Documents, photographs, and postcards related to the Jones and Funkhouser families of Shenandoah County, Virginia.
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item] Funkhouser/Jones Collection, 1886-1920, Truban Archives, Shenandoah County Library, Edinburg, Virginia, USA.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains 1 box with 33 folders containing postcards, photographs, and correspondence.

Acquisition information:
Purchased from Laughlin Auctions on June 8, 2023. Auction sale 323.
Processing information:

This collection was received from the auction company in box lots of loose papers and a stack of postcards. All original order had been lost with the exception of the connection between each postcard based on the common addresee.

Materials, except for postcards, were processed at the item level when possible to ensure discoverability. All information about the items, including associated dates, subjects, and subjects, was obtained from the materials.

Images and postcards were sleeved before being placed in folders.

Folders were cataloged chrononologically with undated folders at the rear of the collection.

Arrangement:

The collection is arranged chronologically. No original order is retained. Undated items are at the rear.

Physical location:
Shenandoah County Library, Truban Archives