Papers of Helen J. Stewart, 1869-1948

• Inventory of the Papers of Helen J. Stewart (pdf)
• The Letters of Helen J. Stewart (a pdf of transcribed letters)

Description:
Correspondence and papers, 1869-1948, concerning raising a family, running a farm and cattle ranch, the death of Helen Stewart’s husband, Archibald, and the development of the Las Vegas area. Known as the “First Lady of Las Vegas,” Mrs. Stewart was active in the establishment of the town and its early organizations. Other family papers are included in the collection.

Access to this collection is restricted because of preservation concerns. See manuscripts curator for more information. The transcribed letters of Helen J. Stewart are available as a pdf, which is linked above.

Subjects:
Women
Ranches
Ranchers
Correspondence

Search Terms:
Stewart Ranch

People:
Stewart, Archibald Richard, Sr.
Stewart, Archibald Richard, Jr.
Stewart, Helen Jane
Stewart, Flora Eliza “Tiza”