Collections : [Library of Virginia]

Papers, 1884-2021, of the Williams family of Goochland and Henrico Counties, and Richmond, Virginia, consisting of articles, certificates, clippings, correspondence, journals, newsletters, notes, programs, reports and other documents detailing the medical careers of Ennion Gifford Williams (1874-1931) and Ennion Skelton Williams (1906-1965).

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Records, are housed in 112 boxes. This collection has been processed using minimal processing standards: the original arrangement has been maintained, the container list is brief and simple, and the records have not been refoldered and fasteners have not been removed. The collection is arranged into five series. Series have been designated for: I. Commissioners's Correspondence, 1982-2004 (bulk 1995-2003); II. Commissioners's Correspondence and Subject Files, 1995-2003; III. Board Correspondence and Minutes, 1958-1998; IV. Commissioner's Speeches and Correspondence, 1968-1998; and V. Special Interest Items, 1953-2001. These records include: agendas, agreements, correspondence, memorandums, meeting notes, minutes, legislative files, budget materials, speeches, and reports.

The Capitol Square Data Records are arranged in four series. Series have been designated for Buildings, Grounds, Statues, and the Superintendent of Public Buildings. These records represent an artificial collection of documents compiled from the Auditor of Public Accounts, Governor's Office, General Assembly, Land Office, and other state agencies. Even though the collection was gathered from various state records, it is considered part of the Auditor of Public Accounts (APA# 655) since most of the records originate from this agency. Note that not all documents relevant to Capitol Square, especially late 19th and 20th century records, are located in this collection. Researchers should consult the records of other state agencies for additional resources related to Capitol Square.

James Barbour's Executive papers primarily consist of incoming correspondence during his three one-year terms as governor from 4 January 1812 to 11 December 1814. These papers are arranged chronologically with pardons arranged to the rear. The correspondence in this collection relates to a variety of topics, however, the most significant correspondence during Barbour's governorship relates to the defense of Virginia from the British during the War of 1812. Other correspondence includes appointments & recommendations for state positions; prisoners & the Virginia Penitentiary; arms & the Virginia Manufactory of Arms; Fort Powhatan; the Powder Magazine at Westham; the Public Guard; the militia; resignations; state expenses & revenue; and others. In addition to correspondence, there are resolutions from the Virginia Senate & House of Delegates; accounts; oaths; muster rolls; pay rolls; pardons; proposals; receipts; election returns; certificates; qualifications; petitions; reports; appointments; resignations; bonds; commissions; orders; proceedings; applications; and other sundry items.

The Secretary of Transportation records consist of ninety archival boxes and are divided into six series. Series have been designated for Appointment Calendars, Constituent Correspondence, Historically Significant Projects & Files, Previous Administrations, Projects & Studies, and Public Relations, Activities, & Visits. These records document the work of the Secretary of Transportation under Governor Mark R Warner. The bulk of the records can be found in the Constituent Correspondence series which includes letters sent to Governor Mark R. Warner and the Secretary of Transportation. Also significant is the Projects & Studies series which contains information related to Aviation, the Department of Motor Vehicles, the Department of Rail & Public Transportation, Highways, the Virginia Department of Transportation, and the Virginia Port Authority. The Previous Administrations series also contains noteworthy information related to the work of the Secretary of Transportation, particularly Governor George Allen's Commission on the Future of Transportation and Governor Gerald Baliles's Governor's Commission of Transportation in the 21st Century.

The Lieutenant Governor records consist of 101 archival boxes and are divided into three series. Series have been designated for Boards and Commissions, Constituent Correspondence, and Legislation Files & Supporting Documentation. These records document the work of Timothy M. Kaine as lieutenant governor under Governor Mark R Warner. The Boards & Commissions series contains useful documentation on some of the projects Kaine was involved in, especially the Secure Virginia Panel, Virginia's anti-terrorism task force. The bulk of the records can be found in the Constituent Correspondence series which includes letters sent to Lieutenant Governor Tim Kaine and Governor Mark Warner. Lastly, the Legislation Files and Supporting Documentation series provides valuable background information filed in the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

The Secretary of Technology records consist of eighty-seven archival boxes and are divided into ten series. Series have been designated for Appointment Calendars, Cabinet Meeting Records, Correspondence & Supporting Documentation, Commonwealth of Virginia's Innovative Technology Symposium (COVITS), Decision Briefs, Projects & Studies, Public Relations, Strategic Plan for Technology, Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA), and Virginia Technology Alliance (VTA). These records document the work of the Secretary of Technology under Governor Mark R Warner. The bulk of the records can be found in the Correspondence and Supporting Documentation series which includes background information on many of the technology issues facing the Warner administration. The Virginia Information Technologies Agency series represents the most significant series since it documents the formation of a new state agency to supply the information technology needs for all state government. The Appointment Calendars series provides an important glimpse into the day-to-day activities of the Secretary of Technology.

James Pleasants' Executive papers primarily consist of incoming correspondence during his three one-year terms as governor from 11 December 1822 to 11 December 1825. The correspondence in this collection relates to a variety of topics including appointments & recommendations for state positions; the Public Guard; Virginia's claim against the U. S. for expenditures during the War of 1812; Herman Boye's map of Virginia; the Virginia Penitentiary; slavery; the boundary between Maryland & Virginia; the Western Lunatic Hospital; General Lafayette's visit to Virginia; the Bell Tower & other improvements to Capitol Square; the Lexington Arsenal; resignations; extraditions; state expenses & revenue; elections; and others. These papers are arranged chronologically with pardons arranged to the rear of each year. In addition to correspondence, there are resolutions from the Virginia Senate & House of Delegates; accounts; oaths; pardons; proposals; receipts; certificates; proclamations; contracts; petitions; reports; appointments; resignations; bonds; commissions; orders; proceedings; applications; and other sundry items.

John Floyd's Executive papers primarily consist of incoming correspondence during his four years as governor between 4 March 1830 and 31 March 1834. The correspondence in this collection relates to a variety of topics including appointments & recommendations for state positions; Nat Turner's Rebellion; the Virginia Penitentiary; arms and ammunition; the militia; Revolutionary War bounty land claims; slavery; public improvements; resignations; extraditions; state expenses & revenue; elections; and others. In addition to correspondence, there are resolutions from the Virginia Senate & House of Delegates; accounts; oaths; contracts; pardons; proposals; receipts; election returns & certificates; qualifications; lists; proclamations; petitions; reports; appointments; resignations; bonds; commissions; orders; proceedings; opinions; and other sundry items.

The Records of the Virginia Secretary of Education are housed in fifty three (53 boxes). The collection is arranged into eight (8) series. Series have been designated for: I. Correspondence and Supporting Documentation, Assigned State Agencies, 2002-2010; II. Constituent Correspondence, 2006-2010; III. Office of the Secretary, 2001-2009 (bulk 2006-2009); IV. Weekly Report Files, 2006-2009; V. Decision Briefs: Supporting Documentation, 2008-2010; VI. Public Relations, 2006-2009; VII. Legislative Files, 2007; and VIII. Special Projects and Governor's Initiatives, 2002-2010. These records include agendas, articles, briefings, correspondence, e-mails, grants, handouts, legislation, lists, memorandums, minutes, notes, presentations, press releases, reports, speeches, studies, surveys and files by subject. These records document the work of the Secretary of Education under Governor Tim Kaine. The most significant and voluminous material documents the development and implementation of the various educational initiatives of the Kaine Administration including: P-16 Council, Start Strong Council, Smart Beginnings, High School Reform (NGA Honors States Grant and Commonwealth Scholars), and Teacher Quality.