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Maxcine Williams papers : writings and information on Alaska and Arctic botany; also life in Alaska, 1936-1983

 Collection
Identifier: MS 88

Scope and Contents

This manuscript collection includes writings of Maxcine Williams and various reprints or publications on botanical subjects.

Dates

  • 1936-1983

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Requests for permission to reproduce images from the collection should be discussed with the librarian.

Biographical Note

Maxcine and Red Williams were married in Oregon in 1927 and came to Juneau, Alaska in 1928 working in the restaurant trade. In 1930 Maxcine went to work for Fred Ordway in the photo business, which included developing and printing some of Father Hubbard's photos and the U.S. Navy aerial mapping photos. The Ordways died in a plane crash.

After a time outside Alaska, the Williams returned and Maxcine worked for Juneau Florists. J.P.Anderson, the owner had three greenhouses in Juneau and a good business. Maxcine became good friends with Ada (White) Sharples who wrote a book on Alaska wild flowers and met Dr. Eric Hulten who also wrote a book on Alaska flora.

In the late 30's the Juneau Botany Club was formed and members received instruction and assistance from J.P.Anderson. Maxcine was very active in the club and put out a newsletter; also joined club members on field trips to collect botanical specimens. The herbarium of the club and information on the specimens was donated to the Alaska State Museum.

Extent

0.6 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The Alaska Historical Library received an extensive photograph collection with many transparencies from Mrs. Williams. The collection (PCA 121) includes views of Alaska communities, Southeast Alaska horticulture and raising of the vessel ISLANDER.

These materials were received over a period of time, with the balance of the collection bequeathed by Mrs. Williams who died March 14, 1983 in Eugene, Oregon.

Related Materials

PCA 121: Maxcine M. Williams Photograph Collection, 1928-1983, (bulk 1928-1940s)

Processing Information

The botanical articles or material are arranged by individual author if there are three or more items. Otherwise, the material is in alphabetical groups.

Title
Finding aid for the Maxcine Williams papers : writings and information on Alaska and Arctic botany; also life in Alaska, 1936-1983
Status
In Progress
Author
Processed by: Staff. ArchivesSpace Finding Aid by: Freya Anderson
Date
2019 June
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Alaska State Library - Historical Collections Finding Aids Repository

Contact:
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Juneau AK 99811-0571 US
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