Ward Sykes Allen Family Papers
1857 - 1942
Biography/History
Ward Sykes Allen, a Nashville native, attended Carson-Newman College in Jefferson City, Tennessee and Vanderbilt University. He received a B.A.
in 1947, a M.A. in 1949 and a PhD. in 1963. A relative of Ward Allen, James H. Joyner, was a medical doctor in Sumner County, Tennessee during the
late 19th century.
This collection was donated by Ward Sykes Allen.
Scope and Contents
This .42 linear foot collection is comprised of two series. Series I contains correspondence written to Ward Allen from his family and friends
during his college years. The correspondence is in the form of letters, postal cards, and greeting cards. This material is arranged alphabetically
by first name, with their relationship if known, then by date. Where dates were not included on the letter, the postmark date from the envelope has
been used. Series II relates to Dr. James H. Joyner of Sumner County, Tennessee. It contains information on property ownership (tax receipts,
insurance policies, mortgage), stock dividend receipts, and lists of medical debts owed to Dr. Joyner for his services (see also,
James H. Joyner Collection, MSS #232).
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