Halley family papers, 1817-1903
Descriptive Summary
- Title
- Halley family papers, 1817-1903
- Creator
- Halley family.
- Extent
- 1 reel of microfilm (42 ft.; copies of 100 pieces)
- Subjects
- Halley family.
- Combs, Leslie, 1793-1881.
- Halley, James M.
- Halley, Henry Simpson, d. 1903.
- Halley, Samuel H.
- Slave records--Kentucky.
- Bills of sale.
- Deeds--Kentucky.
- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Medical and sanitary affairs
- Arrangement
- Arranged chronologically.
- Repository
- University of Kentucky
Collection Overview
- Biography / History
- Samuel H. Halley, lived in Madison County, Kentucky. His son, Henry Simpson Halley, settled in Scott County, Ky, after serving in the Confederate Army. The father settled in Scott County in the 1850's.
- Scope and Content
- This microfilm copy of the papers consists of family letters, bills, deeds, and miscellaneous material. The most intresting letters describe medical treatment and life during the Civil War. The family members who were correspondents include: Henry S, Samuel, and James M. Halley. The papers also include slave bills of sale including one signed by Leslie Combs.
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