Wesley Redhead Papers

Collection

Identifier: MsC0021

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Scope and Contents

The papers of Wesley Redhead consist of two boxes of manuscripts (one linear foot) dating from 1852-1893, relating to his career as a pioneer businessman. Comprised of correspondence, diaries, account books, and tax receipts, these papers document his activities in early Des Moines. The correspondence concerning his three coal mining interests includes letters from Samuel Kirkwood who was a partner in the Black Diamond Coal Company.

Dates

Creation: 1853-1893
Creation: Majority of material found within 1860-1879

Creator

Redhead, Wesley (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

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Extent

1.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Businessman of Des Moines, IA. Diaries and account books, business correspondence, and tax receipts concerning his business ventures in early Des Moines.