Logue family papers

Letters from Nelson Logue, Claude Logue, and Margaret Logue, to Nelson and Claude's parents Ida and Reuben Logue in Aspen, Colorado. Nelson's early letters describe his academic progress at the Colorado School of Mines, school events, and visits to the surrounding countryside; and a brief stint working in El Paso, Texas. Later letters detail his work for the American Smelting and Refining Company in Hayden, Arizona, and also mention trips to the Arizona desert and his thoughts on the state of copper mining. Claude Logue writes of his work in Denver and Alma, Colorado, and Anaconda, Montana, and also relays news of layoffs and fatal accidents in the mines. Margaret Logue's letters are filled with details of her daily life at home with Claude often away, including differences in small town amenities; and the work of caring for animals, tending the garden, preparing food, and performing strenuous outdoor chores. She also describes the family's move to Butte, Montana, and the process of finding a house and relocating. There are also documents related to the Chronicle Gold Mining Company, located near Prescott, Arizona, including reports, stock certificates, and business correspondence.