The Rundus Collection of Joseph Mitchell includes personal books,correspondence, and background information collected by Dr. Raymond J.Rundus. Dr. Rundus’ longtime interest in Mr. Mitchell prompted him to write two books: Joseph Mitchell: Pilgrim in Manhattan and Joseph Mitchell: A Reader’s and Writer’s Guide . Mr. Mitchell was born in Fairmont in 1908 where he lived until his relocation to New York in 1928. He spent 58 years as a writer for The New Yorker while maintaining family ties in the Robeson County area.