Identity elements
Reference code
Name and location of repository
Level of description
Title
Date(s)
- 1887 - 1888 (Creation)
Extent
Housed in one acid-free folder.
Name of creator
Biographical history
Content and structure elements
Scope and content
The collection consists of a single autograph booklet owned by Sarah A. (Emmons) Miller. The date range is approximately 1887 to 1888. Miller, at the time, lived in Cass City, which is located in Tuscola County, Michigan. Miller used the booklet to collect autographs and messages from women friends, explicitly stating in the booklet that it was her intention. Friends signed their names and wrote messages hoping Miller enjoyed a long and happy life.
System of arrangement
Past practices described the contents of this collection individually. Each item received an object ID number and was treated as a distinct artifact. Records have been reunited, but their original order may have been lost.
Conditions of access and use elements
Conditions governing access
No restrictions. Contact the Collections Department to arrange use for research.
Physical access
The covers of the booklet are cardboard with an illustration of a woman printed on the front. The illustration appears to be generic and does not represent Sarah Miller. The pages are paper. Writing is handwritten and in cursive and ink.
The general condition of the booklet is fair. The front cover is at risk of becoming detached. The binding is loose, though all pages remain connected to it. Some yellowing is present on pages. Some ink has faded slightly but all writing is clearly visible.
Technical access
Conditions governing reproduction
No restrictions. Reproductions are done and charged in accordance with Sloan Museum Archives Fee Service Policy.
Languages of the material
- English
Scripts of the material
Language and script notes
Finding aids
A downloadable PDF finding aid is available.
Acquisition and appraisal elements
Custodial history
Chancey Miller donated the collection in October 1965. This donation predates the deed of gift.
Immediate source of acquisition
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling information
Accruals
Related materials elements
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related archival materials
None.
Related descriptions
Notes element
Specialized notes
Alternative identifier(s)
Object Identification Number
Description control element
Rules or conventions
Describing Archives: A Content Standard, 2nd edition
Sources used
Archivist's note
Jonathan Kirkwood, Archivist
October 31, 2022 (PastPerfect)
Archivist's note
Jonathan Kirkwood, Archivist
April 3, 2024 (Access to Memory)
Access points
Subject access points
Place access points
Name access points
- Emmons, Sarah A. (Subject)
- Miller, Sarah A. (Subject)