Leathers, Thomas P. and family. Papers, 1823-1952 (bulk 1823-1898). 1.3 linear ft., 1 volume, 2 microfilm reels. Location: UU:116-117, 65:60, H:1, OS:L, VAULT:23, VAULT:38, MSS.MF:L. Steamboat master and owner, and native of Kentucky. Papers mainly relate to steamboat transportation and commerce on the Mississippi River in Louisiana and Mississippi. Collection also includes a pardon (1865) by President Andrew Johnson for Leathers' arrest as a Confederate spy in the Civil War. For further information, see online catalog. Mss. 1548.