Use Restrictions

Permission to publish material from Peacock Bigger Estate Papers must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.

Access Restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Preferred Citation

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Peacock Bigger Estate Papers, Ms2012-035, Special Collections, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Va.

Acquisition Information

The collection was purchased by Special Collection in July 2012.

Processing Information

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Peacock Bigger Estate Papers was completed in September 2012.

Scope and Content

The collection consists of two documents (1751-1754) related to the Peacock Bigger estate and attempts to settle it. Both documents are partial and apparent drafts. A majority of the content deals with the dispute between Margaret Bigger and George Craig over the Peacock Bigger estate. Other names includes David Young and Mary Young. The backsides of both documents contain notes on accounts.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Bigger, Margaret
• Bigger, Peacock
• Craig, George
• Local/Regional History and Appalachian South
• Young, David
• Young, Margaret