From the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Governor Ames Collection. Letter from O'Leary to Mississippi Lieutenant Governor A. K. Davis, describing the alleged killing of Hiram Williams and the excitement that resulted.

From the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Governor Ames Collection. Legal Document from Lieutenant Governor A. K. Davis, remitting the fine of Jesse Bryant, Thomas Biglane, and Ephraim Magee, who were convicted of unlawful appropriation.

From the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Governor Ames Collection. Letter from William M. Hancock to Mississippi Lieutenant Governor A. K. Davis, informing Davis that "Laird" was indicted for murder in Covington County, Mississippi, but was discharged by Hancock.