Murdock homestead

File — Box: 1, Folder: 11

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Murdock family papers (1850s-1970s) contain information on four generations of the Murdock family. The first generation is of Joseph and Sally Stacey Murdock. Their eldest son, Joseph Stacey Murdock (1822-1899) and his five wives [Eunice Sweet (m. 1842), Eliza Clark (1830-1898; m. 1852), Jane Sharp (m. 1854), Elizabeth Hunter (m. 1854), and Pernetta (m. 1859; d.1877) Murdock] are the second generation represented. John Heber Murdock (1854-1941), eldest son of Joseph Stacey and Eliza Clark Murdock, and his two wives [Mary Gallagher (m. 1873; d. 1890) and Emily Ann Bond (m. 1895)] represent the third generation. Finally, Paul B. Murdock (b. 1900), the son of John Heber and Emily Ann Bond, represents the fourth generation. Information is usually in the form of histories, many written by Paul Murdock. Some letters, diaries, and other records are also included.

Dates

1850s-1970s

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.