Thomas J. Hamilton Loose Scrapbook Pages
Scope and Contents
This collection is comprised of clippings, writings, postcards, and research related to the Augusta area. The collection primarily documents Colonial to early 20th century Augusta and the Savannah River.
Dates
- Created: 1885
- Other: Date acquired: 12/00/1983
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions; Collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
No restrictions; Collection is open for research.
Biographical or Historical Information
Thomas J. Hamilton was the editor of Augusta Herald, and was notable for his editiorial efforts to promote the construction of dams along the Savnnah River. Hamilton sold the paper to International Paper and Power Company in 1929, but continued to act as editor until 1937, when he was fired by William S. Morris Jr., company president.
Note written by Kara Flynn
Extent
1 folders
Language
English
Method of Acquisition
"Donation" This material was donated to Augusta University Reese Library Special Collections By an Unknown donor in December of 1983. Acc# 1983.38
- Title
- Inventory of the Thomas J. Hamilton scrapbook
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- und
Repository Details
Part of the Reese Library Archives Repository