Description
The Lester Family Papers are comprised mostly of correspondence to Mildred Ann McAlexander Lester, of Mason County, Kentucky. She was the widow of Edras Lester and the letters are from her daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren, friends, and account holders. There is also correspondence addressed to others beside Mrs. Lester. In addition to the letters are many documents relating to a land dispute over Mrs. Lester's father's estate in Patrick County, VA. There is a sketch of property boundaries, a copy of his will, and correspondence between various people that were working on the case. Included are various forms of financial documentation from banks, personal account holders, etc. There are also documents from the Civil War, including two savings bond certificates as well as an Oath of Allegiance for a prisoner of war. Keepsakes, holiday cards, log books, memorabilia, and other items are also a part of the collection.
