William W. W. Wood papers

The William W. W. Wood papers span the dates 1879 to 1881 and consist of correspondence between Wood and his overseer at "Jutland," A. L. Taveau. These letters cover such topics as farming experiments and other activities relating to the work of the farm. The letters also include information on Wood's health and that of his family, business dealings with various individuals, and the need to find a new overseer.

This series consists of twenty-six letters written by William W. W. Wood to his overseer, A. L. Taveau, concerning matters on Wood’s farm "Jutland." Topics covered by the letters include growing corn, determining if material found on the farm will make good fertilizers, and the advisability of growing sugar cane and producing sugar. Also found in the letters is a running commentary on dealing with dishonest businessmen, the need to find a new overseer, and plans by Wood to travel to "Jutland." Other subjects described in the letters concern family matters. The materials are arranged chronologically.