A Guide to the McLean-Gillis Family Papers
Finding aid created by Jennifer Amy
University of Florida Smathers Libraries - Special and Area Studies Collections
August 2007
Descriptive Summary |
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| Title: | McLean-Gillis Family Papers | |
| Dates: | 1812-1898 | |
| Abstract: | Family correspondence of several interrelated families in Walton County, Florida. | |
| Extent: | 0.4 linear feet. (1 box) | |
| Identification: | Ms 224 | |
Biographical/Historical Note
The Gillis and McLean families were among the pioneer families of Walton County, Fla., that originated among Scottish immigrants in North Carolina and eventually settled the Euchee Anna and Knox Hill areas. According to the 1860 and 1870 census of Florida, the branches of the families represented in these papers are: Daniel, Nancy, and Floria Gillis, and James and Catherine McLean, with their children Daniel, James, Jr., John, Duncan, Nancy and Floria. References in correspondence indicate that James McLean and Nancy Gillis were siblings. Other early families of Walton County, the Campbell and McLeod families, were related to the Gillises and McLeans and are mentioned in correspondence.
Scope and Content
This collection contains correspondence between family members primarily regarding family affairs. There are approximately 30 letters from the Civil War period. There are also numerous receipts for supplies and expenses, records relating to slaves, and family legal papers including tax records. The collection also includes written speeches.
Access or Use Restrictions
Access
Collection is open for research.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], McLean-Gillis Family Papers, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
Contents List
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