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Florus Baxter Collection of Vacuum Oil Company Pay Roll Books

 Collection — Volume: 1-4
Identifier: 2020-036
Content Description

Four pay roll books from the Vacuum Oil Company of Rochester, New York. The books date between April 1872 and August 15, 1887.

Dates: April 1872-August 15, 1887

Francis Samuel Pethick papers

 Series — Box: 1
Identifier: 2019-002
Abstract

This collectio consists of materials related to the bands directed by Francis Samuel Pethick between 1945 and 1960. It consists of transcription discs and photographs.

Dates: 1945-1960

Fred W. Townsend Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2015-027
Dates: Inclusive Dates, 1900-1907

Frederick Couchman letters

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: 2024-014
Abstract

This collection consists of a series of letters written by Frederick Couchman while he was stationed at the Mexican Border while serving active duty during WWI.

Dates: 1916-1919

Frederick Douglass Monument ledger

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: 2024-015
Abstract

This collection contains of one ledger book kept by Leon DuBois containing a list of contributions towards erecting a statue in honor of Frederick Douglass.

Dates: 1895

Frederick W. Fisher papers

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: 2017-014
Abstract

This collection comprises the personal papers of Frederick W. Fisher, whose 38 year career with Rochester Gas and Electric began as an engineer and concluded as Personnel Director. The collection includes publications, photographs, correspondence (all in regards to or post-retirement), and memorabilia.

Dates: 1929 - 1973; Majority of material found within 1930 - 1948

Frederick Whittlesey Papers

 Collection — Volume: 1-4
Identifier: 2020-035
Content Description

Four volumes of records created by Frederick Whittlesey (June 12, 1799 – September 19, 1851), an early Rochester lawyer, Congressional representative, and leader of Anti-Masonic movement. The records in this collection date between 1826 and 1831. They include a day book, cash books, and a scrapbook on the Morgan disappearance.

Dates: 1826-1831

Freedom Trail Commission Papers

 Collection — Box: 1-6
Identifier: 2012.005
Abstract

This collection consists of the papers related to Ruth Rosenberg-Naparsteck's time on the Freedom Trail Commission. The materials date between 1977 and 2004, with a bulk of the materials dated between 2000 and 2004. The records are comprised of printed materials, newspaper clippings, publicity, publication proofs, and drafts. The bulk of the materials are correspondence and guide book development.

Dates: 1977-2004; Majority of material found within 2000-2004

Friends of Rochester Public Library Records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2014-045
Scope and Content Note

The records consist of correspondence, minutes, statistics, program information, financial reports, promotional materials, history, photographs, and mission statements. They date from 1953 to 2012.

Dates: 1953-2012

G.A.R. Albert M. Murray Post 162 (Victor, N.Y.) record book

 Collection — Volume: 1
Identifier: 2024-046
Content Description

Consists of a record book for the GAR Albert M. Murray Post 162, Victor, New York.

Dates: 1918-1919

Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2017-028
Abstract This collection consists of the papers of the Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley, a Rochester based organization supporting the LGBTQ community. The materials date between 1954 and 2014, with a bulk of the materials dated between 1975 and 1993. The materials consist of personal papers that people in the LGBTQ community donated to the Gay Alliance. The materials consist of articles, newspaper clippings, correspondence, meeting minutes, published materials, such as brochures, flyers,...
Dates: 1954-2014, bulk 1970-1997; Majority of material found within 1970-1997

Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley ephemera collection

 Collection — Box: 1-3
Identifier: 2017-023
Abstract

This collection consists of ephemera collected by Rochester Custom Leathers and the Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley. The materials date between 1991 and 2007, with a bulk of the materials dated between 1991 and 1997. The materials consist of t-shirts, awards, trophies, and thank you letters.

Dates: 1991-1998, 2007

Genealogy Round Table of Monroe County records

 Collection
Identifier: 2016-003
Content Description

Notes, letters, family trees, articles, statistical records and other genealogical information produced by the Genealogy Round Table of Monroe County (formerly the Genealogy Round Table of Rochester) from 1933 to approximately 2000. These records consist primarily of notes made by the members of the Round Table, and do not generally provide comprehensive information on any given person or family.

Dates: 1933 - 2000

Genesee Dancers Records

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: 2015-008
Scope and Content Note The papers document various aspects of the club’s existence and activities, including lists of officers, some board meeting minutes, some financial statements, and various ephemera. The most useful item for researchers is a paper-bound volume, Genesee Dancers Rochester, N.Y., 1955–1996. Compiled by four couple-members, the volume contains year-by-year accounts through 1996 of the club’s officers, committees, staff, events, successes, and issues (particularly the impact of declining...
Dates: 1955-2003; 2003 - 2003

Genesee Valley Peoples' Power Coalition records

 Collection
Identifier: 2018-004
Abstract

This collection consists of records from the Genesee Valley Peoples' Power Coalition, a Rochester, New York based activist group focused on utility issues. The materials date between 1971 and 1979. The materials consist of research articles, pamphlets, flyers, brochures, petitions, and press releases.

Dates: 1971-1979

George and George Herman Ellwanger papers

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: 2019-025
Abstract

This collection consists of records from Rochester nursery owner George Ellwanger and his son, George H. Ellwanger. The materials date between 1840 and 1901, and consist of letters, calling cards, trade cards and an etching.

Dates: 1840-1901

George Aylesworth Scrapbook

 Collection — Volume: 1
Identifier: 2021-008
Content Description This scrapbook was created by George Aylesworth, a 1911 graduate of Rochester's East High School. The scrapbook documents his graduating class and life in the years following his graduation, including elements of his relationship with his eventual wife, Elsie Duncan. It also includes some material related to his involvement with the Y.M.C.A. as a trainer.; professionally, he made his career as a draftsman. The scrapbook includes many greeting cards, calling cards and photographs. Of note is...
Dates: 1911-1919

George C. Latta and George C. Latta, Jr. Papers

 Collection — Volume: 1-4
Identifier: 2020-017
Content Description

Four bound ledger books dating between 1834 and 1871.

Dates: 1834-1871

George D. Stillson resident engineer letters

 Collection — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: 2017-012
Abstract

This collection consists of letters written in February and March of 1849 in support of the candidacy of George D. Stillson for the office of resident engineer for the Genesee Valley Canal.

Dates: 1849-02-03 - 1849-03-14

George Eastman papers

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 3
Identifier: 2014-031
Scope and Contents

Carbon copies of correspondence from George Eastman regarding African hunting trip. Includes travel itineraries. Materials date from 1927 and 1928.

Dates: 1927-1928

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