Rozelle Family Collection

Series I: Correspondence 1886-December 6, 1928; undated

Physical Description: 2 boxes

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

This series contains letters and postcards to and from the Owens and Rozelle families to friends and other members of the Owens and Rozelle family. The letters discuss the Rozelle Ranch; visiting family members in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Anderson, Indiana; the death of Edith and Bazil's parents; and other family affairs. This series also contains blank postcards, news clippings, play advertisements for "Men and Women," holiday cards, remembrance cards, and a San Antonio map.

box 1, folder 1

Letters from J. B. Owens to his brother Dr. Owens regarding Downey ranch purchase by J. B. Owens roz_01_01_001-002 1886; December 19, 1893

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from J.B. Owens to his brother, he discusses his visit to the ranch. During this visit Owens inspects the quality of the horses, and considers the purchase of horses and farm equipment. Owens also talks about some plans to consider for future planting of barley, corn, and alfalfa.

Letter 2: In this letter from J.B. Owens to his brother, he discusses his visit to Downey to potentially purchase land. He talks about the quality of the land in regards to growing crops such as alfalfa and oranges; the state of the house; and the return on investment.

box 1, folder 1

Letters from W.O. Jr. to his father Dr. Owens roz_01_01_003-005 September 15, 30 1886; January 12, 1887

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses the purchase of a Downey ranch and asks his father for an advance to pay for the ranch. "W.O. Jr." provides details of the agreement with the owner of the ranch as well as the expenses regarding the sale and taxes for the ranch, and farm equipment.

Letter 2: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses the completion of the sale of the [Downey] ranch to his father and Jas. D. Parker including information regarding the deed, and taxes. Also discussed is W.O. Jr.'s purchase of a horse, and inquires about his mother.

Letter 3: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses his visit to the ranch and reports on the status of the alfalfa, corn, and potatoes, the prices of seed and alfalfa hay; the weather; and other happenings around the ranch.

box 1, folder 1

Letter from R. Hood Parker to Jas D. Parker roz_01_01_006 April 8, 1893

Scope and Contents

Letter regarding a post office money order for $75 for the first payment of rent for the ranch. Also discussed is the possibility of the purchase of a fence.

box 1, folder 2

Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil Rozelle. roz_01_02_001-005 January-February 1894

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" Bazil Rozelle, he discusses the payment of a wire fence.

Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" Bazil Rozelle, he provides Rozelle with a possible location of the [abstract] title; and discusses the authorization for trimming of willow trees and fence ownership. Also in this letter, Owens discusses taking the mortgage from Capt. Parker.

Letter 3: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil or Edith Rozelle, he writes about the payment and removal of a fence.

Letter 4: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" (presumably Bazil Rozelle); Owens suggest they consult Will's letters to find out the water rights they are entitled to, and also discusses the payment of a wire fence, and purchase of chickens for the ranch.

Letter 5: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he discusses the location of wire fences on the ranch, and inquires about the cow [Bazil] purchased.

box 1, folder 2

Letter to R.H. Parker signed by B.D. Walker, and other roz_01_02_006 February 2, 1894

Scope and Contents

In this letter, Walker and [Cooke] discuss the use of $28 worth of wire [on the ranch].

box 1, folder 2

Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil and Edith Rozelle roz_01_02_007-011 February 1894

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens), he discusses letters written by Edith, and Hood to Capt. Parker regarding bills for fencing.

Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he tells his daughter and son-in-law about his upcoming meeting with Capt. Parker in which he will inform Parker to write to Hood regarding the fence and the chicken mentioned in a previous letter.

Letter 3: This letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" (presumably Bazil Rozelle) was written after Owens' meeting with Capt. Parker in which Parker discusses his plan to talk to Hood regarding the status of the chickens and fences at the ranch. He also inquires about Edith and [his grandson] Walter.

Letter 4: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he discusses some concerns that need to be addressed to Hood regarding legal matters having to do with the property; informs the Rozelles that Will has sold the chickens; and discusses the timeline of when the fence(s) were put up and their prices.

Letter 5: In this letter signed "father" (presumably to Dr. William Owens) to "daughter" Edith Rozelle, he discusses the different fences that were constructed as indicated by Hood's letters, as well as the prices for construction of one of the fences.

box 1, folder 3

Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil and Edith Rozelle; One letter includes a small envelope with a sample of yellow medicinal powder roz_01_03_001-006 March-April 1894

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" (presumably Bazil Owens) he discusses a letter that Hood wrote on various matters in regards to the ranch.

Letter 2: In this letter signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" he discusses the need for water, produce to sell, and comments on the weather in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Letter 3: Letter to "son" from "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) discussing an enclosed draft for $100 payable to "Edith's order".

Letter 4: In this letter signed "father" to "daughter" Edith Rozelle, he discusses the weather in California and the importance of having a good well.

Letter 5: In this letter signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil Rozelle; he discusses wells for the ranch, and follows up on Edith's question regarding his knowledge of a "Dr. Hoop".

Letter 6: In the first of two letters signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son"; he discusses sending a check for $100; offers his help; and tells him not to work too hard as they are getting used to living in a new climate. In the second letter signed "father" to "daughter", Owens discusses his future plans to visit California, and sends medication to help with a sickness.

box 1, folder 4

Letters to Edith and Bazil Rozelle from Edith's parents and her sister, Mamie roz_01_04_001-007 June-October 1894

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he discusses "mother's" health; payments and debts; and Walter's behavior.

Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he discusses the weather in Cincinnati; and money.

Letter 3: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil Rozelle, he talks about sending them money, and stated that if they need more, to write again. He also provides some health and medication advice if the "attacks" Bazil was having were to return.

Letter 4: In this letter to Edith from her mother, her mother discusses the birthday present she intends to give to Walter; provides updates on Anna and Emma; and shares news of Mrs. Chas. Beck's death, Florence and her family, and others. She also inquires about Bazil's health, and provides a recipe for apple dumplings.

Letter 5: In this letter to Edith and Bazil, presumably from Edith's mother, she writes following the news of the birth of her grandson, and discusses where she was when she found out. She inquires about Edith, and shares how she will tell the news to Mrs. Rozelle, Anna, and Mamie.

Letter 6: In this letter to Edith from her sister, "Mamie" she congratulates her on the birth of her baby, Billy Rozelle; remarks on Edith's first year on the ranch; and updates Edith on some recent events in her life.

Letter 7: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son and daughter" Bazil and Edith Rozelle; he discusses his and his wife's health; provides some news about Anna; comments on Edith's condition and Walter's behavior; and discusses sending money for the well and pipes.

box 1, folder 5

Letters from Dr. Owens, and family friends, to Bazil and Edith Rozelle; Also correspondence between Bazil and Edith Rozelle roz_01_05_001-006 April 1895; August 1896

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Edith Rozelle, he discusses the arrangements that were made to get money to pay Hollbrook Smith and Bechs; and mentions Edna.

Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Edith Rozelle, he discusses sending payment to pay Hollbrook; and talks about enjoying the oranges he received.

Letter 3: In this letter signed possibly by H. Marsh to Bazil, Marsh tells Rozelle about the birth of his daughter Grace Elizabeth on Easter; discusses the start of the baseball season; and reflects on Los Angeles' "rose carnival".

Letter 4: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he provides updates regarding the ranch while she is away in Cincinnati; discusses the horses, Maud and Croke; and provides details about his journey to the post office which is located in the city of Compton [California].

Letter 5: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he provides updates regarding the ranch while she is away in Cincinnati including discussing the front lawn; and crops. He also discusses some "gossip" regarding family, friends, and neighbors; talks about receiving payment from Leo Waters regarding water; as well as the possibility of providing water to Mr. Hoag; and inquires about their children.

Letter 6: In this letter from Edith Rozelle to her husband, Bazil she discusses a gala she attended and her interactions with Harry Marsh and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Hayship, and Miss Hathaway. She provides advice regarding issues with the vines on the house, the situation with Mr. Hoag and the water; and pickling the crops. She also asks him to paint the house and restain the dining room and kitchen floors before she returns home; and discusses her health.

box 1, folder 6

Bazil and Edith Rozelle correspondence; Letter from Dr. Owens to Bazil Rozelle roz_01_06_001-012 August- October 1896

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle (signed "papa") to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he provides updates regarding the ranch while she is away, asks about his sons and discusses what life is like without them; and talks about the family dog, Prince.

Letter 2: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he describes how he is waiting patiently on news "to the whereabouts, health etc." of his wife; states that he is glad she is having such a good time [in Cincinatti]; asks about the health of his son, Willie, and gives his condolences on the health of his father-in-law. He also provides updates on bills being paid, crops, and other happenings on and around the ranch.

Letter 3: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he tells her how he spent his birthday; and discusses upkeep on the ranch, updates on crops, and comments on the upcoming election of [future president] McKinley.

Letter 4: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he thanks her for the candy she sent; talks about his current mood; provides updates on the ranch; and comments on his in-laws health and urges them to move out to California.

Letter 5: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he discusses his brother, Saylor's love life; discusses his wife and children's upcoming journey back to California; and recounts a story encountering a skunk in the barn.

Letter 6: In this letter from Edith [Rozelle] to her husband Bazil, she tells him about her visit to see his mother and updates him on his mother's health.

Letter 7: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil Rozelle,he discusses Edith's health.

Letter 8: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he provides an update on the ranch, including harvesting of hay, and other crops; and discusses his concern about money and hired help for the ranch.

Letter 9: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he discusses the health of his mother and speculates on the causes of her poor condition; provides updates on the ranch including crops, Saylor,and Gussie; and tells Edith his reasoning for not going to visit his mother.

Letter 10: In this letter to Bazil Rozelle from M.M. Rozelle (presumably Bazil's father), he provides an update regarding Bazil's mother's health and recent visits to the doctor.

Letter 11: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he talks about his mother; and his excitement about the return of Edith and his sons to California; provides an update regarding the yard, flowers in bloom and livestock; and tells Edith about a fire that has been burning in the mountains "just back of Echo Mountain House".

Letter 12: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he talks about his mother; discusses the apples he picked up in order to make cider; obtaining lumber to make a vault; and fixing up the ranch and preparing for Edith's return.

box 1, folder 7

Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil and Edith; Condolence letters from Bazil, and friends, to Edith regarding death of Dr. Owens roz_01_07_001-006 January, July, December 1897

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from S.C. Hayslip to Edith Rozelle, she offers her condolences after seeing a report of Edith's father's death in the newspaper.

Letter 2: In this letter to Edith from her father, Dr. Owens, he updates her on the current weather [in Cincinnati] and provides advice for growing crops.

Letter 3: In this letter to Edith from her father, Dr. Owens, he comments on the financial situation with the ranch; and discusses family members such as Edith's sister Anna, aunt May, and uncle James.

Letter 4: In this letter from Lillie Hathaway to Edith Rozelle she offers her condolences after seeing a report of Edith's father's death in the newspaper; and provides updates on her own life.

Letter 5: In this letter Fannie Parker [Turill] to Edith Rozelle, she offers her condolences after seeing a report of Edith's father's death in the newspaper.

Letter 6: In this letter from Mamie to her sister Edith Rozelle, she talks about the package she sent Edith, including a book about beekeeping for Bazil; toys and clothing for the children; and a "lace centerpiece" for Edith. She also talks about her mother, and sister Anna in the aftermath of their father's death.

box 1, folder 8

Letter from Edna (a friend) to Edith; and a metal plaque with B. Rozelle engraved on it roz_01_08_001 December 1897

Scope and Contents

In this letter to Edith from her friend, Edna she offers her condolences regarding the death of Edith's father; and notes her friendship with [Dr. William Owens] and his medical advice will be missed. She also discusses the time she is spending with Mrs. Peck at "the sanitarium" and updates her on Mrs. Peck's health and well-being.

box 2, folder 1

Letters from Cora, George B. Lupher, Sarah Owens, Anna Ransom, and Jerome C. Briggs, to Edith Rozelle January 1897; January 1898; February 10, 1898, March 1898, August 1898

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Cora to Mrs. Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding the recent passing of her father, William Owens. Cora also discusses in her letter that she sympathizes with her, as they also recently lost someone.

Letter 2: Wedding announcement for George R. Gebauer to Augusta Bork.

Letter 3. In this letterfrom Sarah Owens (née Wilcox) to her daughter Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing her arthritis, Edith's son, Willie's birthday, and the Rozelle trip to the Columbia River. Also mentioned was Anna Ransom, Edith's sister, renting or selling their home.

Letter 4: In this letterfrom Sarah Owens (née Wilcox) to her daughter Edith Rozelle (née Owens), writing her about her trip in Cincinnati and in Michigan. She mentions seeing her friends Mrs. Russel and Mrs. Addleman.

Letter 5: In this letter from Sarah Owens (née Wilcox) to her daughter, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing her train ride back from Los Angeles. She discusses the price of meals on the train as well as the company in the train cars. Sarah also mentions her grandchildren, Raymond and Walter.

Letter 6: Wedding invitation from Mr. Jerome C. Briggs for the wedding of his daughter, Caro May Briggs to George Billow Lupfer.

Letter 7: In this letter from Anna Ransom (née Owens) to her sister Edith Rozelle (née Owens) about their parent's estate and their mother's health.

Letter 8: In this letter from Cora to Mrs. Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding the passing of someone in Edith's family. Cora also discusses Addie's and her brother's future wife's battle with typhoid fever.

Letter 9: In this letter from George B. Lupher to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing his father's death, Edith's father's death, and how his job in manufactoring is going.

box 2, folder 2

Letters from Bazil Rozelle, Sarah Owens, and Charles Rouse, to Edith and Bazil Rozelle January 3, 1899; May 14, 1899; August 1899; September 12, 1899; April 25, 1900; May 1900; June 21, 1900; July 2, 1900

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), about his trip to Eagle Camp on Catalina Island. Most of the letter is about the boat ride with Miles Alexander Rozelle "Saylor" being sea sick, though he does discuss hunting and mountain climbing on Catalina. "Saylor" wrote at the end of the letter to Edith Rozelle about the seasickness and hunting.

Letter 2: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding Jennie, a domestic employee working with Edith. He also discusses the ranch and how the crops and well are doing.

Letter 3: In this letter from Sarah Owens (née Wilcox), to her daughter, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing traveling and the weather in Massachusetts. She also mentions going to church; her rental properties; and that Anna is having difficulties finding domestic assistance.

Letter 4: In this letter from Sarah "Mother" Owens (née Wilcox), to Bazil Tillson Rozelle, regarding her health and trip. She also discusses the rent of offices, as well as money and interest.

Letter 5: In this letter from Sarah Owens (née Wilcox), to her daughter, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding her traveling to see Mary "Mamie" Hooker (née Owens), visiting the cemetery with her friends, and attending an event at the church.

Letter 6: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), and his children, regarding not being able to write often because he can't get away from the ranch and the post office being in town. He included money for Edith to enjoy herself on vacation. It also mentions that his brother, Charles Jasper, may come to visit.

Letter 7: In this letter from Sarah Owens (née Wilcox), to her daughter, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding the weather in Cincinnati, and Lulu and Parker's health. Included with the letter is a Wester College of Homeopathic Medicine Anatomical Demonstration card by William, Owens, M.D., a newspaper clipping, and a card that reads: Happy New Year, Wm. Owens Jr.

Letter 8: In this letter from Sarah Owens (née Wilcox), to her daughter, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding her train ride from Florida to Philadelphia. She also discusses her health, granddaughter Nellie, and Aunt Dola (Owens).

Letter 9: In this letter from Sarah Owens (née Wilcox), to her daughter, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing families that live in Compton; Edith's children, Walter, Mabel, and Raymond; and the domestic employee working with Mary "Mamie" Hooker. Sarah also mentions how she went to the Museum of Fine Arts, and that there was a convention in town.

Letter 10: In this letter from Charles W. Rouse, to Bazil Tillson Rozelle, congratulating Bazil and Edith on the birth of their baby, most likely Raymond Foster Rozelle.

box 2, folder 3

Letters from Bazil Rozelle, S.C. Hayslip, Jas D. Parker, Mary J. Russell, and others, to Edith Rozelle and Mrs. R. W. Ransom December 21, 1901; March-May 1902

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle, about her trip with Mr. and Mrs. Dye to Catalina Island and stay at the Grand View. Bazil mentions Miles "Saylor" Rozelle, and how the beets are ready to cultivate on the ranch. He also mentions that he is receiving assistance with harvesting crops from Chicano farm workers who are living in "tents" near other Chicano farm workers and their families.

Letter 2: In this letter from S.C. Hayslip to Edith Rozelle (née Owens) about the health of Edith's mother, and asks her if there is anything she needs to let him know. He also mentioned Ed. Martin, and the May Festival.

Letter 3: In this letter from Jas D. Parker, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), expressing sympathies for Edith's mother's passing. He also mentions Edith's mother's finances.

Letter 4: In this letter from Mary J. Russell, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), expressing sympathies for the recent passing of Edith's mother, Sarah. She mentions Edith's sister, Anna Ransom (née Owens) in the letter.

Letter 5: In this letter from S.C. Hayslip to Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding Edith's mother's funeral service. They mentioned seeing Edith's sisters, Anna Ransom and Mary Hooker.

Letter 6: In this letter to Edith Rozelle discussing Edith mother's funeral service and who was in attendance. It also discusses her mother's will.

Letter 7: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding the ranch and harvesting beets on the ranch. He also mentions their children, Mabel and Raymond, as well as Miles "Saylor" Rozelle and Lottie.

Letter 8: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding the ranch, their children Willie and Walter, and how they are planning on celebrating Christmas.

Letter 9: In this letter addressed to Mrs. R. W. Ransom, expressing sympathies for the recent passing of her mother. The sender mentions that they have also been ill.

box 2, folder 4

Letters from Lillian Hayslip and Bazil Rozelle, to Edith Rozelle March 3, 1906; December 23, 1906

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Lillian Hayslip, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), thanking her and telling her about the weather in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Letter 2: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding taking the train in Williams, Arizona; missing their son, Walter, at the train station; managing the ranch; and meeting the Owen's mail carrier at the train station.

box 2, folder 5

Postcards and letters from Walter Rozelle, Lulu Parker, M.A. Perkins, Bazil Rozelle, Miles Alexander Rozelle, Edith Rozelle, to Bazil and Edith Rozelle April 1909; May-July 1910; November 19, 1910; December 14, 1910

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (nee Owens), regarding his talk with Ellis about the Rozelle ranch and the damage to the beets due to the flood; his father's health; and when and how he plans to travel back home.

Letter 2: Marriage announcement for Carl A. Holnquist and Harriet M. Clarke, who were married at Rivera, California.

Letters 3: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding the Rozelle ranch; Sadie's health and Miles Alexander's "Saylor" rush to visit her; his father's health; his time in Indiana; and when he plans to return home. He also mentions paying Carl and the Chicano farm workers.

Letter 4: in this letter from most likely M.A. [Miles Alexander] Rozelle to his brother, Bazil Tillson Rozelle, regarding the birth of his son; the health of Sadie and the baby; and his children greeting him on the way home. He also reports about the Rozelle Ranch and how it is doing, including what the Chicano farm workers are working on, and how the boys are doing taking care of the ranch in Bazil's absents. He also mentions Edith's health and her view of the estate of affairs on the ranch.

Letter 5: In this letter from Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding Sadie's health, the Rozelle Ranch, and her children while Bazil is away.

Letter 6: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding his visit to Anderson; the affairs of the Rozelle Ranch; who he has written letters to; and the health of his father. He mentions the Chicano farm workers employed to work on the Rozelle Ranch.

Letter 7: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding the health of his father; writting letters to Cora and Mary "Mammie"; and the Rozelle Ranch.

Letter 8: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing that he had arrived in Chicago, but missed the connection through the panhandle barely missing his next train to Indianapolis; his father's health; the death of Dr. Terrill; and the Rozelle Ranch.

box 2, folder 6

Letters from Dola Owens, Walter Rozelle, [A.B. Starback], Individual Communion Service Company, and Edith Rozelle, to Edith Rozelle and Mabel Rozelle January 1, 1911; March 1911; July 7, 1911

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: Postcard from Dola Owens, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens) thanking her for the card of Church, visiting Walter, and asking to see if any damage was done to Rozelle home due to the storm.

Letter 2: In this letter from Walter Rozelle, to his mother, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding a picture he sent to her of himself, the meal he ate on New Year's Eve, his friends in Compton, and a man that he knows who may come to visit his family. The man was transferred to a recruit office job due to health reasons.

Letter 3: Postcard from [A.B. Starback] to Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding the weather and rain in Los Angeles.

Letter 4: In this letter from Individual Communion Service Company, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding her interest in supplies for Communion Service. The letter includes testimonials and originally included a catalog and a sample glass.

Letter 5: In this letter from Edith Rozelle (née Owens), to her daughter, Mabel Miles (née Rozelle), regarding her trip to San Francisco. Near Point Arguello, Edith describes the Santa Rosa ship wreck, as she was on another boat sent a wire message to assist the passengers and crew of the Santa Rosa. She adds an update at 6:30 pm that the ship has broken in two pieces and another update at 6:30 am the following day that they stayed by the ship wreck during the night and the passengers were taken ashore. At the end of her letter, she mentions that she is near her San Francisco destination.

box 2, folder 7

Letters from Bazil Rozelle, Mary "Mammie" Hooker, and Cary Edmunds, to Bazil and Edith Rozelle; Settlement for the Melvina T. and Miles Alexander Rozelle July 1914, August 1914

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Mary "Mammie" Hooker (née Owens) to Bazil Tillson and Edith Rozelle (née Owens); regarding their trip to Nantucket; Bazil borrowing money to buy property; possible property damage from floods; Phipps Institute for the cure of Tuberculosis; and other financial matters.

Letter 2: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens) discussing the family estate, debts, and his brothers. He also mentions eating dinner at [Corney] and Audrey Parks's house, and fishing.

Letter 3: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding Edith canning and making jelly; Bazil and Charles Jasper's trip to Indianapolis; the weather and crops in Anderson; and visiting his son, Walter in San Francisco.

Letter 4: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), and their children, regarding the settlement of the Rozelle estate; renting and renovating the property; the coal pollution; visiting family members; crops at the Rozelle Ranch; and how long their trip will last in Anderson.

Letter 5: In this letter from Cary Edmunds, The Ladies' Home Journal, Architectural Department, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding building and purchase instructions for a bungalow Edith saw in the journal.

Letter 6: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle, (née Owens) regarding his trip to Anderson, Indiana; how dirty it was from Chicago to Indiana due to the coal smoke and heat; how Chester's children are growing up; the weather in Anderson; and Bazil's children at home.

Letter 7: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens) regarding updates on the family, particularly Uncle Baz, Mollie, Carrie, and Uncle Bill; the hot weather; the weather effect on the crops; Charles Jasper's job; convincing Ellis to move to California; and this being Bazil's last trip to Indiana.

Letter 8: In this letter from Bazil Tillson Rozelle, to his wife, Edith Rozelle (née Owens), regarding a letter Mary Elizabeth "Mammie" Hooker (née Owens) sent to Bazil Tillson Rozelle about Mary's offer about the Rozelle ranch; visiting family members, Uncle Bill and Uncle Baz; Ellis's trip to Florida to see land; the orange groves in Anaheim; and the Rozelle ranch.

box 2, folder 8

Postcards and cards to Edith and Bazil Rozelle, and Mr. and Mrs. William Owens Rozelle December 6, 1928; undated

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: Holiday card from Lulu Parker, to Edith Rozelle (née Owens), discussing the last time she visited and her health.

box 2, folder 9

News clippings, cards, play advertisement for "Men and Women," holiday cards, postcards, and correspondence September 15, 1916; undated

Scope and Contents

Letter 1: In this letter from Dola Owens, to her sister, about the death of William. She mentions William's last words to everyone, and his condition before his death.

Letter 2: This this letter from J.B. Owens to his brother he discusses crops, and his agreement between with Mr. Bixby.

box 2, folder 10

Blank postcards, Ladies of the Unity Church Branch Alliance card, remembrance card, name cards, and San Antonio map 1897, 1907; undated

Series II: Rozelle Family Genealogy 1891-1988; undated

Physical Description: 2 boxes

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

This series includes photographs, official documents, handwritten lists, and news clippings. Box 3 contains material pertaining to the ancestors and descendants of Bazil and Edith Rozelle. Box 4 contains family lineage for Bazil and Edith Rozelle's daughter-in-law, Helen Whaley Rozelle (1901-2004). Helen was married to Bazil and Edith's son, Elmer Rozelle. This box includes a folder of World War II ration book and purchase certificates issued to Elmer and Helen Rozelle and Helen's mother, Dora Grace Whaley; memorabilia of Helen's from her years at Compton Union High School; track and field medals of Elmer Rozelle's; and an invitation for the Abraham Lincoln Elementary School's centennial celebration. In addition, there are also photographs and family lineage information regarding Helen's mother, Dora Grace Scott Whaley (1868-1964).

box 3, folder 1

B. T. Rozelle Cincinnati, Ohio diary 1891

box 3, folder 2

Rozelle Family history; Handwritten lists of Rozelle family lineage; Obituaries for Bazil Rozelle and Dr. Owens 1941-1980

box 3, folder 3

Documents of Bazil T. and Edith Rozelle 1891-1941

Scope and Contents

Includes marriage certificate, property documents and business documents. Also includes obituaries of Edith's paternal grandparents; and a souvenir Oregon Trail foldout postcard circa 1915.

box 3, folder 4

Birth certificate and photographs of Miles A. Rozelle 1910

box 3, folder 5

Photos of children and adults undated

box 3, folder 6

Compton Telephone Directory 1903

Scope and Contents

Bazil Tillson Rozelle is listed in the directory.

box 4, folder 1

Helen Whaley's ancestors newspaper clippings, government documents, Los Angeles county land purchase, morgages, trusts, and photographs 1900-1948

box 4, folder 2

Whaley-Scott Relatives wills, death certificates, board of education members lists, correspondence, and photographs October 1942; April 28, 1944; undated

box 4, folder 3

Nana's (Helen's) non-Lineage relatives photographs; Helen Rozelle photographs; and men dressed in military uniforms 1912-1942

box 4, folder 4

Invitation to Abraham Lincoln Elementary School centennial celebration, medals for Elmer Rozelle, Compton High School diplomas for Elmer and Helen Rozelle; Track and field meet; and other material related to school 1918-1988

box 4, folder 5

Helen Whaley Rozelle's Compton High School scrapbook 1921

box 4, folder 6

World War II Ration Books and Purchase Certificates issued to Elmer and Helen Rozelle, and Dora Whaley 1942-1945

box 4, folder 7

Memorial Services, obituaries, and weddings as collected by Helen Rozelle circa 1920s-1930

case 2, drawer 3

Grammar school diplomas- Helen Whaley-Clearwater District; Elmer Rozelle- Compton City May 31, June 1, 1917

Series III: Photographs 1868-1956; undated

Physical Description: 4 boxes

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

This series includes documents and photographs related to the Rozelle family. Box 5 contains photographs, portrait photographs of Bazil and Edith Rozelle's family, a leather-bound scrapbook with photographs from Long Beach, and other materials. Box 6 contains photographs of the Rozelle ranch, house, and surrounding area, including photographs of the 1914 Los Angeles flood and the San Gabriel River. Box 7 contains photographs of family vacations to Catalina Island. Box 8 contains photographs and other material related to Helen and Elmer Rozelle. This includes mink farming and World War II submarine chasers and other ships on Terminal Island.

box 5, folder 1

Owen's relatives (Edith's parents and relatives) photographs; Medical leather bound book; "Annual Reunion at Cleves, Ohio" 1868-1897; undated

box 5, folder 2

Photographs of children and adults; Leather bound scrapbook from Long Beach undated

box 5, folder 3

Rozelle family photographs 1893-1930

box 6, folder 1

Bazil and Edith's Rozelle ranch and surrounding area photographs 1886-1916; undated

box 7, folder 1

Rozelle family members and friends at Catalina Island 1898; undated

box 7, folder 2

Rozelle family members and friends at Catalina Island photograph album; Rozelle Ranch photographs 1898

box 8, folder 1

Photographs of Fellows and Stewart Shipyard; Elmer Rozelle and family; World War II submarine chasers ships, crash boats, patrol boats and other boats manufactored by others on Terminal Island 1942-circa 1954

box 8, folder 2

Photographs of boats Fellows and Stewart Shipyard made during World War II; Fellows and Stewart balance sheet and union contract letters 1938-1945

case 2, drawer 3

Fellow and Stewart Shipyard panoramic photograph of dock, employees, and buildings 1938-1945

box 8, folder 3

American Can Co.-Helen Rozelle. Includes one photo of American Can Company workers and news clippings. 1916-1923

box 8, folder 4

Elmer and Helen's Mink Farming. Includes issue no. 99 of the American National Fur Breeders Association Bulletin and prize ribbons from the California Fur Breeders Association. Nanna and Poppy Fur Farmers Bulletin 1942-1956

case 2, drawer 3

Photographs of Rozelle Ranch House before and after LA River flood [oversize] 1914

Series IV: Compton High School yearbooks 1915-1923

Physical Description: 1 box

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

This series includes 11 yearbooks from Compton High School belonging to members of the Whaley, Barber, and Rozelle family.

box 9, folder 1-2

Compton Union High School yearbooks 1915

Scope and Contents

Two copies of the yearbook. One belonging to Viva Barber with water damage, and the other with a handwritten note indicating sections in which Helen Whaley, Elmer Rozelle, and their siblings are mentioned.

box 9, folder 3-4

Compton Union High School yearbooks 1916

Scope and Contents

Two copies of yearbook, one belonging to Vina Barner, and the other to Barney Whaley.

box 9, folder 5

Compton Union High School yearbook 1917

box 9, folder 6

Compton Union High School yeabook belonging to Helen Whaley 1918

box 9, folder 7

Compton Union High School yeabook belonging to Helen Whaley 1920

box 9, folder 8-9

Compton Union High School yearbook 1921

Scope and Contents

Two copies of the yearbook, one belonging to Rozelle.

box 9, folder 10

Compton Union High School yearbook 1922

box 9, folder 11

Compton Union High School yearbook belonging to Ralph Rozelle 1923