The collection consists of original manuscript letters, photocopies of official documents, material from published works, explanatory notes and a large number of historic photographs relating to the families. Most of the collection focuses on Samuel H. Page and his descendants.

This collection contains the reminiscences of Levi Ashcroft (Ashcraft) concerning life in Louisiana and East Texas from 1838 to 1855, focusing on the Regulator-Moderator War and the lawlessness that plagued the Neutral Ground and Shelby County. Ashcroft recounts the rise and fall of key figures, including Charles W. Jackson and Charles Watt Moorman, the intervention of Sam Houston and the Texas militia, and the eventual restoration of peace in the region.

Original documents, photocopies, typescripts, and newspaper clippings relating to Bean's life and activities. Included in the collection is an agreement to use a Salt Lick in 1835 and an 1835 bond for debts owed.

This collection contains correspondence, legal records, biographical materials, and other documents relating to Sam Houston's public and private life, particularly during his service as Governor of Tennessee, President of the Republic of Texas, and U.S. Senator from Texas. Materials document Houston's political career, family relationships, Civil War-era views, land disputes, and legacy, and include letters omitted from The Writings of Sam Houston