The Franklin M. Murphy General Geological Papers (1919-1951) contain university grades, thesis, and other papers written by Murphy. Also included are proposals, correspondence, newspaper clippings, maps, notes, and geological findings relating to mining and water.
The Projects by state series (1926-1956) is divided by projects, surveys, and investigations made by Franklin M. Murphy in six western states. Included are maps, correspondence, reports, presentations, personal notes, booklets, and newspaper clippings.