Document Type

Finding Aid

Publication Date

12-15-2021

Inclusive Dates--Span

1955-2012

Inclusive Dates--Bulk

1955-2012

Scope and Content Note

This collection includes elders meeting minutes, bulletins, photographs, church directories, church attendance records, youth and adult Bible class materials, financial information, correspondence, and historical materials related to the Churches of Christ in Grand Prairie, TX.

Biographical Note

Vernon A. Jackson was born in Fairy, Texas on 31 August 1921. During World War II he worked for North American Aviation.

Ruthe Thompson Jackson was born in Fort Worth, Texas on 29 October 1920. She also worked at North American Aviation and there met Vernon. The couple married in 1944 and in 1947 founded Jackson Vending Supply together. The couple had two daughters, Xanna and Jorja.

The couple was active in their community and served at Burbank Gardens, Turnpike and Cross Point Church of Christ.

Donor Note

Rendi Hahn

Arrangement

This collection remains in the order in which it was received.

Content List

See PDF finding aid for inventory.

Subjects

Churches of Christ--Texas

Language

ENGLISH

Extent of Collection

12 linear feet (8 boxes)

Manuscript Number

Center for Restoration Studies Manuscripts #46

Physical Location

Center for Restoration Studies

Use Restrictions

Open to researchers. Contact Abilene Christian University Special Collections and Archives to make an appointment.

Processing Status

Processed

Finding Aid created by

Brady Cox, Mac Ice, Amanda Dietz, Brianna Mullins, Avery Reinoehl

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