Jackson Davis Papers in the Library of Virginia 1911-1954

Location of collection:

University of Virginia, Special Collections Dept.

Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library

University of Virginia

P.O. Box 400110

160 McCormick Rd

Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110

Contact for questions and access:

POC: Brenda Gunn

Email: bg9ba@virginia.edu

Phone: (434) 924-1037

Phone: (434) 243-1776

Fax: (434) 924-4968

Web: library.virginia.edu/special-collections

Web: library.virginia.edu/special-collections/services/reference-request

Summary

Language:

English

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of the records of Jackson Davis in the Library of Virginia, including an annual report as state agent or supervisor for Negro Rural Schools, 1911, 1912, and 1915; "Recent development in Negro Schools and Colleges" by Davis, 1927; "The Jeanes Visiting Teachers," an address given in Rhodesia in 1935; and "The Stingray Conferences, 1932-1943," by S. L. Smith, 1954. The latter was designed to discuss problems and progress in Southern education and steps that could be taken by philanthropic organizations. These items are electrostatic copies made from originals at the Library of Virginia.

Acquisition information:

These copies were purchased from the Library of Virginia in 1999.