Manuscript Database
Creator/Title
Collins-Wilson family. Papers, 1861-1896. 0.33 cu. ft. and 1 ovsz. folder.
Call No.
Mss. A C713 1, 2, 8, 9
Content
This collection consists of letters and papers related to the William Collins family of Madison Co., Ky. and the John Wilson family of Estill Co., Ky. Included is an undated document signed by Col. C. W. B. Allison, commander of a Union military prison listing charges against William Collins. Also included are three letters (1863) and the 1864-1865 journal of Capt. Thomas B. Collins, CSA and the letters (1861-1864) of Capt. John Wilson, USA. A letter to "Mollie" dated 4 Feb. 1864, from Susan Allan who apparently resided in Winchester, Ky. describes local health and news, including reports of a rebel raid into Kentucky. The photocopied memoirs of William McCord document life in Madison County, including during the Civil War.