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Shriver Family Genealogical collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 2650

Abstract

Genealogical data on the Shriver and related families. The collection traces the history of the family from Alsenborn Germany. Ludwig Schreiber originated the Conewago, Maryland branch. He immigrated in 1721 with his parents and brother Andrew who originated the Union Mills branch. Related families include: Forney, Yingling, Davis, Trexell, Koontz, Zahn, Kupsco, Shultz, Fundenberg, Myer, Colbert and Kitzmiller. Also some material on non-related Shriver families.

Dates

  • 1975

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Conditions Governing Use

The reproduction of materials in this collection may be subject to copyright restrictions. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine and satisfy copyright clearances or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections. For more information visit the MCHC’s Rights and Permissions page.

Extent

0.83 Linear Feet (2 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of Robert Campbell Shriver.

Related Materials

MS 750, Shriver family collection, 1784-1944

MS 750.1, Shriver family papers, 1712-1876

MS 2085, Shriver family papers, 1774-1957

Scope and Contents

The collection contains photocopies and typewritten copies of correspondence and genealogical materials.

Title
Guide to the Shriver Family Genealogical collection
Status
Under Revision
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script

Revision Statements

  • 2020-08-21: Manually entered into ArchivesSpace by Mallory Herberger.

Repository Details

Part of the H. Furlong Baldwin Library Repository

Contact:
H. Furlong Baldwin Library
Maryland Center for History and Culture
610 Park Avenue
Baltimore MD 21201 United States
4106853750