Identity elements
Reference code
Name and location of repository
Level of description
Title
Date(s)
- 1904 - 1926 (Creation)
Extent
Several folders.
Content and structure elements
Scope and content
The collection contains many business cards and postcards and a catalog for Flint Wagon Works. The postcards were physically separated and placed into the postcard cabinet. Many records are from outside of Genesee County.
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
Several folders house the contents of the collection.
The condition of the collection is generally good.
Technical access
Conditions governing reproduction
No restrictions. Contact the Collections Department to arrange use for research.
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
The estate of John Burger donated the collection in July 1966.
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
Robert Florine, volunteer
January 11, 2022 (PastPerfect)
Archivist's note
Jonathan Kirkwood, Archivist
April 12, 2024 (Access to Memory)
Access points
Subject access points
Place access points
Name access points
- Ammerman, Roy B. (Subject)
- Burger, Peter (Subject)
- Christin, Evelyn (Subject)
- Roosevelt, Theodore (Subject)
- Saddington, Emma (Subject)
- Simmons, Harvey A. (Subject)
- Wilson, Woodrow (Subject)