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Start Over You searched for: Repository University of Michigan Bentley Historical Library ✖ Remove constraint Repository: University of Michigan Bentley Historical Library Collection James H. McFarlan Papers, 1881-1924 ✖ Remove constraint Collection: James H. McFarlan Papers, 1881-1924 Names University of Michigan -- Students -- Social life and customs -- 1871-1880. ✖ Remove constraint Names: University of Michigan -- Students -- Social life and customs -- 1871-1880.Search Results
2 linear feet (12 volumes) — 1 oversize volume
The collections includes a diary, financial materials, and letterpress books. The diary, 1881-1885, includes a reminiscence of McFarlan's student activities at the University of Michigan, an extensive description of his 1881-1882 homesteading experience, and briefer descriptions of his teaching experiences in Linden, Mich. and other communities. The financial materials concerns his business activities in Flint, Mich. Included are a daybook (1899-1903) and journal (1914-1924) of the Flint Land Company. The letterpress books (1897-1902) contain copies of correspondence relating to his law practice, notably the activities of the law firm of McFarlan, Williams and Wilson, and to the dealings of the Flint Land Company. The collection also includes a transcript of a court case involving property in Flint, Michigan.