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Guide to the Governor Frank C. Emerson records

 Collection
Identifier: RG0001.25

Scope and Content

Correspondence and record series covering appointment records, state finances, the requisition and extradition of fugitives, and legislative affairs.

Dates

  • 1927-1931, 1911-1945

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Biography of

Frank C. Emerson, was born in Saginaw, Michigan on May 26, 1882. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1904 from the University of Michigan. In the winter of 1904 Emerson moved to Cora, Wyoming where he ran a general store and was assistant post master. Emerson served in a variety of offices for several years all related to engineering. At one time this accomplished future Governor was working for four companies at the same time. He became the State Engineer June 30, 1919 and remained there until January 3, 1927 when he was elected Governor for two terms. Governor Emerson served one full term and until his death one month and two weeks into his second term. Frank C. Emerson died February 18, 1931 and was buried in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Extent

9.5 cubic feet (19 boxes)

Abstract

Records of Frank C. Emerson's term as Governor of Wyoming feature the usual topics associated with the office. Notable issues include records concerning the state's finances, including minutes of a Citizens' Tax Committee meeting and a list of corporations who status was revoked for failure to file anual reports. Many appointment files and Stage agency correspondence are also included.

Arrangement of the Collection

The collection is divided into seven subgroups including: General Records, Administrative Records, Appointments, Proclamations, State Board of Pardon Records, Requisitions and Extraditions, and Legislative Affairs

Acquisition Information

MA 2890, transferred to Wyoming State Archives on June 26, 1968

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by at the date of processing.

Processing Information

The collection was processed by Curtis Greubel, and Don Mason

Title
Guide to the Governor Frank C. Emerson records, 1927-1931
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
Processed by Curtis Greubel, and Don Mason
Date
2015
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Repository Details

Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository

Contact:
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
(307) 777-7826