| Scope and content |
The bulk of the collection is comprised of personal correspondence (1841-1979) of the Whitehurst family. However, pre-Civil War correspondence and other materials pertain to their progenitor's business affairs. Throughout much of the correspondence, letters mention conflicts from the Civil War to World War II. The correspondence also contains information on numerous social issues, including racism, discrimination, and the role of women in society. |
| Access restriction | No access restrictions. |
| Cite as |
Whitehurst Family Papers (#617), East Carolina Manuscript Collection, J. Y. Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA. |
| Terms of use | Literary rights to specific documents are retained by the authors or their descendants in accordance with U.S. copyright law. |
| Acquisitions source |
Joyner- Gift of Mrs. Mary M. Barden. |
| Biographical note | The Whitehurst family resided in North Carolina. |
