The papers in this collection consist primarily of drafts of Richard H. Thornton's writings, along with extensive notes. Included among the writings are his notes for a full-length autobiography and an account by Thornton's father, William L. Thornton, about a visit to America in 1864. Also included in the collection is a small file of correspondence relating to Episcopal Church missions, along with personal documents and obituaries of Richard H. Thornton.

The papers in this collection consist primarily of drafts of Richard H. Thornton's writings, along with extensive notes. Included among the writings are his notes for a full-length autobiography and an account by Thornton's father, William L. Thornton, about a visit to America in 1864. Also included in the collection is a small file of correspondence relating to Episcopal Church missions, along with personal documents and obituaries of Richard H. Thornton.