Charles W. Moores Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS040

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection is composed of the different chapters of the text “Christopher Columbus Admiral of the Ocean Sea,” written by Charles W. Moores. Rough drafts of both a table of contents and each chapter are included, as well as a final draft with maps and pictures. Moores extensively covers the life of Christopher Columbus, from boyhood in 1451 to his discovery of the “New World” in 1492. Moores published various books in his time, including further texts on Christopher Columbus, Abraham Lincoln, and the history of Indiana. The title of this text was later changed before being published to “The Life of Christopher Columbus for Boys and Girls.”

Dates

Creation: circa 1910 - 1912

Creator

Moores, Charles W. (Charles Washington), 1862-1923 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Biographical Note

Charles W. Moores was born in Indianapolis and received both his bachelor's and master's degrees from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana. Later, he attended Central Law School in Indianapolis. In 1888, he became a U.S. commissioner. He was a member of the Indianapolis School Board, serving as both Vice-President and President during his time. He was on the Board of Directors for Butler College (now Butler University) as well, serving from 1903-1909. Moores valued education and participated in other civic roles including with the Indianapolis Art Institute, the Indiana Historical Society, and the Indiana Historical Commission.

Extent

0.42 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection contains rough drafts, notes, and a final draft of “Christopher Columbus Admiral of the Ocean Sea,” written by Charles W. Moores. This book was later renamed “The Life of Christopher Columbus for Boys and Girls.”

Arrangement

This collection is arranged in one series.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Charles W. Moores’ daughter, Emily Bishop Moores, donated this collection to Butler University in 1925 (Accession Number 1925.002).

Related Materials

MSS 018, Abraham Lincoln Research Collection (Lincolniana), Special Collections, Rare Books, and University Archives, Irwin Library, Butler University.

Bibliography

Baich, Christina. “Charles Washington Moores Jr.” Indiana State Library, December 8, 2020. https://www.in.gov/library/collections-and-services/manuscripts/indiana-lawyers-and-judges/indiana-lawyers-and-judges-j-m/charles-washington-moores-jr/