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The Personal and biographical material series (scattered dates, 0.5 linear feet) consists of Frank C. Gates's Phi Kappa Phi diploma; maps of major trips; recollections ("testimonials") of Gates collected by his son, David M. Gates; and one bound monograph documenting the life of Frank Caleb Gates written by David Gates, and published in July 2000. The book includes information about the Gates family lineage, the educational background and interests of both Frank and Margaret Thompson (Madge) Gates, academic accomplishments of Gates, family travel, excerpts from published and unpublished writings, photographs, and a bibliography of works written by or about Mr. Gates.

The Correspondence series (circa 1907-1955, 0.5 linear feet) contains chronologically arranged personal and professional correspondence of Frank C. Gates and includes letters written by Gates to his parents, siblings, and fiancé (Madge), and the University of the Philippines during his time in the Philippine Islands as well as correspondence relating to Gates's service in World War I, particularly letters between himself and various family members (such as Ralph Gates).

Included among the correspondence series are a limited amount of mementos and other ephemeral materials collected by Mr. Gates during his travels in the Philippines, including passenger lists, photographs, business cards, small diaries, and sketches.