This collection, compiled by Margaret Bartholomew De Young, contains photographs and photocopies of family histories, genealogies, and clippings pertaining to her Bartholomew family ancestry. Predominating are records by and about De Young's grandfather, Elam Bartholomew (1852-1934), a Rooks County, Kansas farmer, botanist, and internationally renowned mycologist.

Photocopy of a passport for the Grand Klan of the Invisible Empire, Realm of Kansas, expiring June 30, 1928. Original bearer's name marked out, with the address given as Stockton, Kansas.