Subseries 5.1, Jeanne Devereaux, dated circa 1931-2005, contains correspondence addressed solely to Jeanne Devereaux. While much of this correspondence is from family members or her husband, Thomas “Tom” Gardiner Perkins, much is also from fans or other dance professionals and friends. The bulk of the correspondence in this subseries from Tom relates to Tom and Jeanne’s courtship and engagement. Researchers should note that Jeanne changed her name several times throughout her life, and correspondence addressed to any of the following names is included in this series: Jean Helman, Jean Eleanor Helman, Jeanne Devereaux, Jeanne Devereaux Perkins, Jeanne Perkins, and Mouse (which was used by Tom as a term of endearment).

Subseries 5.2, Jeanne Devereaux and Lillian Devereaux, dated circa 1930-1971, contains correspondence addressed to Jeanne Devereaux and her mother and manager, Lillian. Researchers should note that Lillian and Jeanne both changed their names several times throughout their lives. It should also be noted that Lillian was often referred to by the name “Bob White” as a term of endearment, and many of these letters address her as such. Names for Lillian that appear in this subseries may include: Amanda Lillian Helman, Lillian Helman, Lillian Lane Helman, Lilli Devereaux, Lilli Helman, Bob White, and Bob. Names for Jeanne that appear in this subseries may include: Jean Helman, Jean Eleanor Helman, Jeanne Devereaux, Jeanne Devereaux Perkins, Jeanne Perkins, and Mouse.

Subseries 5.3, Jeanne Devereaux and Thomas Gardiner Perkins, dated 1950s-2011, contains correspondence addressed to Jeanne Devereaux and her husband, Thomas “Tom” Gardiner Perkins; or correspondence addressed solely to Thomas. Included in this series are letters written by Jeanne to Tom during the couple’s courtship and engagement, and are addressed to Tom using terms of endearment such as “Sugar” or “Darling.” Also included in this series are a small number of condolence letters received by Thomas after the death of Jeanne. The letters in this subseries are often addressed to “Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Perkins,” without specifying Jeanne’s name.

Subseries 5.4, William Douglas Helman, dated 1924-1971, contains correspondence addressed to William Douglas Helman, Jeanne Devereaux’s father. Helman also kept copies of his outgoing correspondence and that is included in this subseries as well. While the majority of this subseries contains correspondence between Helman and his daughter and wife, a substantial portion is between Helman and business associates or landlords. Helman suffered from mental health and financial challenges throughout his life and his struggles are documented in this subseries.

William Douglas Helman went by many names throughout his life, often reflected in his correspondence. Names appearing in this subseries may include: William Douglas Helman, W.D. Helman, Bill Helman, Billy Helman, Bill Douglas, Billy Douglas, and Dad.

Subseries 5.5, Lillian Devereaux, dated 1911, 1933-1971, includes correspondence addressed solely to Lillian Devereaux, Jeanne Devereaux’s mother and manager. Lillian, born Amanda Lillian Lane, changed her name several times throughout her life, and any of many names appear on any one piece of correspondence addressed to her. It should also be noted that Lillian was often referred to by the name “Bob White” as a term of endearment, and many of these letters address her as such. Names that appear in this subseries include: Amanda Lillian Helman, Lillian Helman, Lilli Devereaux, Lilli Helman, and Bob White.

Subseries 5.6, Eldoras Lane and Jeanette Devereaux Lane, dated 1920-1947, contains correspondence sent to Eldoras and Abbie Jeanette “Nettie” Devereaux Lane, Jeanne Devereaux’s maternal grandparents and Lillian Devereaux’s parents. This correspondence is generally from their daughter and granddaughter.

Subseries 5.7, Lenore Lane Marsh, dated 1932-1978, contains correspondence addressed to Daisy Lenora “Lenore” Lane Marsh, Jeanne Devereaux’s maternal aunt and Lillian Devereaux’s youngest sister. All of the correspondence in this subseries was sent by Jeanne, Lillian, or W.D. Helman.

Subseries 5.8, Aletha Lane, dated 1929 July 28-1940 February 27, contains one folder of correspondence addressed to Aletha Viola Lane, Jeanne Devereaux’s maternal aunt and Lillian Devereaux’s oldest sister. All of the correspondence in the subseries was sent by Jeanne.

Subseries 5.9, Ida Lane Strawn, dated 1967 July 6, contains correspondence addressed to Ida May Lane Strawn, Jeanne Devereaux’s maternal aunt and Lillian Devereaux’s older sister. The correspondence in this subseries was sent by Lillian.

Subseries 5.10, Blanche Lane Rollstin, dated 1972 October 26, contains one letter addressed to Blanche Lane Rollstin, Jeanne Devereaux’s maternal aunt and Lillian Devereaux’s younger sister. It was sent by Jeanne.