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Marianna Nixon Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-512
Abstract

Marianna McKnight Nixon was a lifelong Daytonian and descendant of several prominent families of the Dayton area, including the McKnights, Dovers, and Van Cleves. The collection is primarily comprised of photographs of Marianna’s life and family, as well as correspondence, genealogical information, and printed materials such as newspaper clippings, brochures, and periodicals.

Dates: 1799 - 2008; Majority of material found within 1880 - 1990

Charles O. Wolpers Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-126
Abstract

The Charles O. Wolpers Papers consist of early 19th century daybooks, journals, and financial ledgers from stores that Wolpers owned in Bellefontaine (earlier named Belleville) and Germantown, Ohio. Also included are a few letters written to Wolpers by his brother in Germany.

Dates: 1817-1865