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J. Henry Porter papers

 Collection
Collection number: ahc.MSS871

Scope and Content

This collection consist of items related to J. Henry Porter, particularly his real estate holdings on Fairlie Street concerning the AMCO Investment Company. Included is a scrapbook of various articles and his "letters to the editor" of the local Atlanta newspapers.

Dates

  • 1883-1951, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Reproduction and Use

Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. All requests to publish, quote, or reproduce must be submitted through the Kenan Research Center.

Administrative/Biographical History

J. Henry Porter, a graduate of Oglethorpe University, was an attorney in Atlanta, Georgia. He served as a director of Lowry National Bank and as president of the athletic club.

Extent

0.2 linear ft. (1 half document case)

Language

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift, 1991

Description Control

This collection was processed in 2013.

Title
J. Henry Porter papers
Author
Josh Hogan
Date
August 2013
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid is written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Kenan Research Center at Atlanta History Center Repository

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