Box 1
Container
Contains 12 Results:
Letters from J. B. Owens to his brother Dr. Owens regarding Downey ranch purchase by J. B. Owens, 1886; December 19, 1893
File — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: roz_01_01_001-002
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter from J.B. Owens to his brother, he discusses his visit to the ranch. During this visit Owens inspects the quality of the horses, and considers the purchase of horses and farm equipment. Owens also talks about some plans to consider for future planting of barley, corn, and alfalfa.Letter 2: In this letter from J.B. Owens to his brother, he discusses his visit to Downey to potentially purchase land. He talks about the quality of the land in regards to...
Dates:
1886; December 19, 1893
Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil Rozelle., January-February 1894
File — Box: 1, Folder: 2
Identifier: roz_01_02_001-005
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" Bazil Rozelle, he discusses the payment of a wire fence.Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" Bazil Rozelle, he provides Rozelle with a possible location of the [abstract] title; and discusses the authorization for trimming of willow trees and fence ownership. Also in this letter, Owens discusses taking the mortgage from Capt. Parker. ...
Dates:
January-February 1894
Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil and Edith Rozelle; One letter includes a small envelope with a sample of yellow medicinal powder, March-April 1894
File — Box: 1, Folder: 3
Identifier: roz_01_03_001-006
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" (presumably Bazil Owens) he discusses a letter that Hood wrote on various matters in regards to the ranch. Letter 2: In this letter signed "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to "son" he discusses the need for water, produce to sell, and comments on the weather in Cincinnati, Ohio. Letter 3: Letter to "son" from "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) discussing an enclosed draft for...
Dates:
March-April 1894
Letters to Edith and Bazil Rozelle from Edith's parents and her sister, Mamie, June-October 1894
File — Box: 1, Folder: 4
Identifier: roz_01_04_001-007
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he discusses "mother's" health; payments and debts; and Walter's behavior.Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil and Edith Rozelle, he discusses the weather in Cincinnati; and money.Letter 3: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Bazil Rozelle, he talks about sending them money, and stated...
Dates:
June-October 1894
Letters from Dr. Owens, and family friends, to Bazil and Edith Rozelle; Also correspondence between Bazil and Edith Rozelle, April 1895; August 1896
File — Box: 1, Folder: 5
Identifier: roz_01_05_001-006
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Edith Rozelle, he discusses the arrangements that were made to get money to pay Hollbrook Smith and Bechs; and mentions Edna. Letter 2: In this letter signed by "father" (presumably Dr. William Owens) to Edith Rozelle, he discusses sending payment to pay Hollbrook; and talks about enjoying the oranges he received. Letter 3: In this letter signed possibly by H. Marsh to Bazil, Marsh tells...
Dates:
April 1895; August 1896
Bazil and Edith Rozelle correspondence; Letter from Dr. Owens to Bazil Rozelle, August- October 1896
File — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Identifier: roz_01_06_001-012
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle (signed "papa") to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he provides updates regarding the ranch while she is away, asks about his sons and discusses what life is like without them; and talks about the family dog, Prince.Letter 2: In this letter from Bazil Rozelle to his wife (presumably Edith Rozelle), he describes how he is waiting patiently on news "to the whereabouts, health etc." of his wife; states that he is glad she is having...
Dates:
August- October 1896
Letters from Dr. Owens to Bazil and Edith; Condolence letters from Bazil, and friends, to Edith regarding death of Dr. Owens, January, July, December 1897
File — Box: 1, Folder: 7
Identifier: roz_01_07_001-006
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter from S.C. Hayslip to Edith Rozelle, she offers her condolences after seeing a report of Edith's father's death in the newspaper. Letter 2: In this letter to Edith from her father, Dr. Owens, he updates her on the current weather [in Cincinnati] and provides advice for growing crops. Letter 3: In this letter to Edith from her father, Dr. Owens, he comments on the financial situation with the ranch; and discusses family members such as Edith's...
Dates:
January, July, December 1897
Letter from Edna (a friend) to Edith; and a metal plaque with B. Rozelle engraved on it, December 1897
File — Box: 1, Folder: 8
Identifier: roz_01_08_001
Scope and Contents
In this letter to Edith from her friend, Edna she offers her condolences regarding the death of Edith's father; and notes her friendship with [Dr. William Owens] and his medical advice will be missed. She also discusses the time she is spending with Mrs. Peck at "the sanitarium" and updates her on Mrs. Peck's health and well-being.
Dates:
December 1897
Letters from W.O. Jr. to his father Dr. Owens, September 15, 30 1886; January 12, 1887
File — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: roz_01_01_003-005
Scope and Contents
Letter 1: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses the purchase of a Downey ranch and asks his father for an advance to pay for the ranch. "W.O. Jr." provides details of the agreement with the owner of the ranch as well as the expenses regarding the sale and taxes for the ranch, and farm equipment. Letter 2: In this letter signed by "W.O. Jr." to his father, he discusses the completion of the sale of the [Downey] ranch to his father and Jas. D. Parker...
Dates:
September 15, 30 1886; January 12, 1887
Letter from R. Hood Parker to Jas D. Parker, April 8, 1893
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: roz_01_01_006
Scope and Contents
Letter regarding a post office money order for $75 for the first payment of rent for the ranch. Also discussed is the possibility of the purchase of a fence.
Dates:
April 8, 1893