Nellie Tombs papers
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Sonoma State University Library
2023
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Title: Nellie Tombs papers
Dates: 1885-1888
Collection Number: Consult repository
Creator/Collector:
Tombs, Nellie M.
Extent: 1 box and 8 folders
Online items available
Repository:
Sonoma State University Library
Rohnert Park, California 94928
Abstract: Collection items include Tombs’ diary dated 1885 through August 1887, three pieces of correspondence, a bill of sale for a
slave (1848) and an insurance advertisement. The total of eight papers in the collection provide a snapshot of the life of
a young girl living in Healdsburg, California in the late 1800s.
Language of Material: English
Collection is open for research by appointment.
The library can only claim physical ownership of the collection. Users are responsible for satisfying any claimants of literary
property.
[Identification of item]. Nellie Tombs papers. Collection Number: Consult repository. Sonoma State University Library
Scope and Content of Collection
This collection contains eight items related to the life of a young Healdsburg girl. The materials are organized in a total
of 1 box and 8 folders.
Tombs, Nellie M. -- Diaries.
Sonoma County (Calif.) -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.
Healdsburg (Calif .) -- History -- 19th century -- Sources.