Taggart (James W.) Collection
Content Description
Two (2) photos of James W. Taggart, many other photos, postcards, booklets, sheet music, and ephemera (See Inventory), and nine (9) lots of clothing, textiles, and objects.
Acquisition Type
Gift
Provenance
Gift of Mr. Edward S. Spaulding. Donor's grandfather lived in Santa Barbara in the 1880's. He was Judge J.W. Taggart of Superior Court. He lived at 1424 Laguna. 1898-1905 ran for Mayor and lost. Ran for Superior Court Judge and won.
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- 1865 - 1924
Extent
.33 Linear Feet
Inventory
1. Lady's, large, brown velour hat 2. Various election cards 3. Postcard of Castle Rock and four postcards of earthquake damage 4. Several snapshots of Santa Barbara buildings 5. Box of numerous skeins of cotton floss 6. A number of pieces of sheet music 7. Palmer's Concert Choruses 8. Book of Praise for the Sunday School 9. Winner's New school for the Piccolo and Boehm Flute 10. Book - Welcome Tidings 11. Book - Gems of German Song - 1865 12. Book - Gems of English Song - 1875 13. Book - Pure Gold for the Sunday School 14. Box of numerous recipes 15. Photo of James W. Taggart 16. Photo of James W. Taggart - 1898 17. Postcard written to Mrs. J.W. Taggart signed Papa, dated Oct. 25th 18. Excelsior Journal 1901 with entries 19. Booklet - The Dramatic Club, Indianapolis 1891-92 20. Several miscellaneous items 21. Box of baby clothes a. one shirt and one nightgown worn by Katie Payne - 1865 b. two long dresses - 1 long skirt, one cap worn by James Deacon c. Other dresses, worn by J.D.T. and Elise and Katherine Taggart 22. Several pairs of knitting needles 23. Several beaded pieces 24. One pair lady's slippers 25. Man's stiff collars 26. Man's white shirts
Source
- Spaulding, Edward S. (Edward Selden), 1891-1982 (Donor, Person)