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John Shank papers

 Collection 0133-MDHC

This collection consists mainly of promissory notes, receipts, and bills relating to the Stoler estate, Shank's guardianship of the McCleary children, and the executorship of his father's estate in Quincy Township, Pennsylvania.

Dates

  • 1830-1859

Use and Access to Collection

This collection is open for research.

Duplication and Copyright Information

Photocopies of original materials may be provided for a fee and at the discretion of the curator. Please see our Duplication of Materials policy for more information. Queries regarding publication rights and copyright status of materials within this collection should be directed to the appropriate curator.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet

Scope and Contents

The collection includes mainly promissory notes and receipts and bills relating to Shank’s assignment of the Stoler estate, his guardianship of the McCleary children and executorship of his father’s estate. The territory covers Quincy Township, Pennsylvania. The John Shank papers covers the period from 1830 to 1856.

Custodial History

The John Shank papers were accessioned to the University of Maryland Libraries in 1972.

Title
Guide to the John Shank papers
Status
Completed
Author
Processed by unknown staff member.
Date
1973-04
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Library Details

Part of the Special Collections and University Archives

Contact:
University of Maryland Libraries
Hornbake Library
4130 Campus Drive
College Park Maryland 20742
301-405-9212