This poem, written by nineteenth century poet Ella Wheeler Wilcox, deals with love and death. Boykin autographed this copy and gave it to his daughter and son-in-law.
This letter was written shortly after the birth of Frank and Ocllo's first child, Frances. In it Frank expresses love and admiration for his wife and new daughter, who are away from home. A transcript of the letter is included.
Frank wrote this letter while Frances was living in New York City. He offers advice on finding a job and mentions acquaintances who might assist her. Though he commends her independence, he urges her not to be too proud to accept help from others.
Frank wrote this letter to his wife and children while at work in Washington, D.C. He discusses his legislative activity, mentions notable visitors and colleagues, and explains upcoming business deals.
This letter was written to Frank W. Boykin, Jr., a few days before he died in a shooting mishap. It gives instructions for sending his youngest brother to be with his parents in Washington, D. C.
In this letter Frank discusses an upcoming trip to the southwestern United States. There he will attend to business matters and meet with fellow congressmen, but he also intends to relax and hunt.
This letter was written after Frank returned from traveling out west. In it he describes his trip, discusses pending business deals, and gives instructions for repairing the McIntosh lodge for the upcoming hunting season.
In this letter to his son, Frank describes the presidential inauguration of 1941, offers advice on purchasing a new car, recounts a hunt at the McIntosh lodge, and mentions recent acquisitions for Mobile.
In this letter Frank sends checks to his sons to cover their expenses but teases them about their lack of correspondence. He also discusses rent and housing in Washington, D.C.