Simmons (J.W.) Papers, 1934-1935

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Summary

Title:
J.W. Simmons Papers
Dates:
1934-1935
Creators:
Simmons, James W. and Amsden, Charles Avery
Abstract:
This is a collection of correspondence, papers, and hand-drawn maps made by J. W. Simmons between 1934 and 1935 regarding archaeological sites in Arizona. Much of the correspondence is between Simmons and Southwest Museum Secretary Charles Avery Amsden. This collection also includes photographs.
Extent:
0.2 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

J.W. Simmons Papers, 1934-1935, Braun Research Library Collection, Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles; MS.776.

Background

Scope and content:

This is a collection of correspondence, papers, and hand-drawn maps made by J. W. Simmons between 1934 and 1935 regarding archaeological sites in Arizona. Much of the correspondence is between Simmons and Southwest Museum Secretary, Charles Avery Amsden. This collection also includes photographs.

Biographical / historical:

James W. Simmons, amateur archaeologist, became known during the 1930s for discovering Black Mesa and Perry Mesa on either side of the Agua Fria River. Both sites would later become important archaeological sites. Simmons documented a great deal of his archaeological work, particularly related to pueblos and petroglyphs, through reports funded by the Federal Writer's Project. He worked as a building laborer when he was not engaged in some type of archaeological endeavor. He was the first person to attempt to describe the prehistoric culture of the Yavapai County, Arizona area.

Acquisition information:
Donated by Charles Avery Amsden between 1934 and 1935.
Processing information:

Processed by Library staff before 1981. Finding aid completed by Holly Rose Larson, NHPRC Processing Archivist, 2012 December 5, made possible through grant funding from the National Historical Publications and Records Commissions (NHPRC).

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Holly Rose Larson
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace on 2023-07-14 21:22:45 +0000 .

Access and use

Restrictions:

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Preferred citation:

J.W. Simmons Papers, 1934-1935, Braun Research Library Collection, Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles; MS.776.

Location of this collection:
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027, US
Contact:
(747) 201-8448
rroom@theautry.org
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