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J.E. Johnston

 File — Box: MS-069 005

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains Govan's various administrative library documents, correspondence, historical writings, reviews, extensive research notes, and published materials. The library documents contain budget, circulation, and inventory data related to the University of Chattanooga's library during Govan's tenure as its director. Extensive notecards and other materials demonstrate Govan's meticulous research methods. Of interest is correspondence from around the United States congratulating Govan on several of his publications and activities, including letters from Mississippi Governor James P. Coleman and United States Senator Estes Kefauver. The collection's contents were created from 1933 to 1977.

Dates

  • Creation: 1973-1974

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

This collection contains materials in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 5.09 Linear Feet (12 Boxes)

Collection Area Details

Part of the Manuscripts Collection Area

Contact:
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Library
c/o Special Collections
600 Douglas Street
Chattanooga Tennessee 37403 United States