Center for Glenwood Archival Collection
Mission Statement
Reflective of Glenwood Cemetery’s long history of serving the public are voluminous archival records and original source holdings that document its residents and operations for over 150 years. These records contain the day-to-day business of the Cemetery and serve to memorialize the people interred there, revealing a vast store of genealogical and historical information.
Our mission for the Glenwood Cemetery Archive is to acquire, preserve, and maintain these unique and original records. These documents are primary sources of information and cannot be found in any other repository around the world.
Vision and Values
Glenwood Cemetery archives serve as the institutional memory of the unique lives that have impacted Houston’s history.
We value our collections power to motivate learning, preserve history, connect lives, and inspire wonder. We are dedicated to the long-term stewardship of the resources entrusted to our care.
The Collections connect people with historical artifacts of physical and digital materials in support of a wide range of teaching, research, and learning.
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1886 Receipt from the Office of Alfred J. Whitaker to A. M. Schwander
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The document features a receipt from Alfred J. Whitaker's office, dated October 21, 1886. The receipt reads: Office of A. Whitaker General Commission Merchant Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Vegetables, etc. Nurseryman, Seedsman and Florist. Houston, Texas, October 21, 1886 Rec’d of Mrs. A. M. Schwander, twenty dollars for improvements on 10 x 20 of 148 Sec. C. Glenwood Cemetery A. Whitaker Supt.
The receipt serves as an important historical artifact, reflecting not only the economic conditions of the late 19th century but also the administrative procedures employed in business dealings of the era.
Archive Highlights
correspondence artifacts
receipts (financial records)
Correspondence
Bill paying
Alfred J. Whitaker
A. M. Schwander
Receipt
1886
Correspondence
Alfred J. Whitaker
Oct 21, 1886
Oct 21, 1886
1 page
Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”. Clearance of any copyrighted material is the responsibility of the person wishing to publish or display said material.
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1886 Receipt from the Office of Alfred J. Whitaker
The document features a receipt from Alfred J. Whitaker's office, dated October 21, 1886. The receipt reads: Office of A. Whitaker General Commission Merchant Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Vegetables, etc. Nurseryman, Seedsman and Florist. Houston, Texas, October 21, 1886 Rec’d of Mrs. A. M. Schwander, twenty dollars for improvements on 10 x 20 of 148 Sec. C. Glenwood Cemetery A. Whitaker Supt.
Alfred J. Whitaker
Oct 21, 1886
Folder
Correspondence
Bill paying
1886
Alfred J. Whitaker
A. M. Schwander
Receipt
Correspondence
Receipt
11 in
8-1/2 in
Collection 10: Correspondence
Permanent
Pre Exhibit
Poor
Creasing
Fold
Missing Areas / Holes
Tear
Bleeding
Sep 25, 2025
The item exhibits significant creases and folds that crisscross its surface, likely due to the way the document was folded. These features contribute to its distinctly worn and aged appearance. Additionally, there are several noticeable rips along the edges of the document, further compromising its overall integrity. The ink from the handwriting has bled and smeared across the pages.
Paper
The use of or access to certain materials may be restricted for legal reasons or due to donor stipulations. Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”. Clearance of any copyrighted material is the responsibility of the person wishing to publish or display said material.
Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”. Clearance of any copyrighted material is the responsibility of the person wishing to publish or display said material.
Restricted Collections
The following collections are restricted and require approval for viewing, please get in touch to learn more about viewing items in these collections.
Collection 2 Meetings and Administrative Files
Collection 14 Digital Materials
Most of this material is cross referenced from other collection. Ex: Veteran dedication photographs are put on a CD, or internment lot records that were copied onto film.
Collection 18 Fundraising Campaigns/ Donor Information
Collection 19 Financial Information (Completely Restricted)
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How to Donate to the Materials Archive
The Glenwood Cemetery Archive welcomes gifts of archival materials that fall within the scope of itscollecting activities, that will enhance the strength of our collections, and that support the historicalintegrity of Glenwood’s history
Reproduction Policy
The Archival collection is available for study and research; however, to preserve original documents and photographs and to maintain the integrity of the collection, none of the materials are allowed to leave the archives or to be reproduced without authorization.
