Benjamin Rowson Biography

Collection

Identifier: 001-MSS 2025-011

Scope and Contents

One unpublished biography entitled The Unionist about Benjamin Rowson (1850-1927) based on research compiled, organized, and produced by family member, Leah Holden in May 2025. The document describes major life events of Benjamin Rowson, outlined by a table of contents, that focuses on his early life as an immigrant to the United States of America; his career as a printer, newspaperman, and labor leader; and, family life in Norfolk, Virginia at the turn of the century. The record includes genealogies, copies of photographs, copies of newspaper clippings, and photocopies of other historical documents related to his life and career with local newspaper, The Virginian-Pilot.

Dates

created: 2025
Other: Date acquired: 06/12/2025

Creator

Holden, Leah (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open to all researchers.

Conditions Governing Use

The status of copyright for these materials is governed by Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, U. S. C.). Copyright restriction may apply.

Full Extent

0.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Arrangement Note

Original order.

Source of Acquisition

Leah Holden, by donation

Processing Information

The document was unbound of the metal fastener and rehoused into an acid free archival quality folder, with appropriate labelling, and into an acid free Hollinger box.