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J. H. (John Henry) Christ papers , 1954-1955
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Christ, J. Heine; Mossman, Isaac Van Dorsey, 1830-1912
- Title
- J. H. (John Henry) Christ papers
- Dates
- 1954-1955 (inclusive)19541955
- Quantity
- 0.25 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 half-manuscript box
- Collection Number
- Ax 767
- Summary
- J. H. (John Henry or Heine) Christ edited a book regarding the recollections of a Pony Express Rider, Isaac Van Dorsey Mossman, who worked for the Pony Express in the mid 1800s. The collection (1954-1955) contains manuscript and research material, correspondence, photographs, and publicity.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Paper finding aid with additional information is available in Special Collections & University Archives.
See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Historical NoteReturn to Top
J. H. (John Henry or Heine) Christ edited a book regarding the recollections of a Pony Express Rider, Isaac Van Dorsey Mossman. Isaac Mossman worked for the Pony Express in the mid 1800s, and according to the manuscript, "started with the Miller Party who was destined for Oregon City in 1953."
The original article regarding Mossman's recollections was first printed in the Oregon periodical, Native Son, in 1901. The original article was titled, "Crossing the Plains." A book version was later published by the Old Oregon bookstore, in 1954, and the title was changed to, A Pony Expressman's Recollections.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection (1954-1955) contain manuscript drafts, footnotes, and a sample copy of the book (with only a few printed pages).
Research material includes photographs and notes.
Correspondence is separated into incoming and outgoing sections. Outgoing letters are arranged by date, 1954-1955. Incoming letters are arranged alphabetically by name, also 1954-1955. The correspondence is mostly regarding research queries regarding Mossman.
The collection also includes publicity regarding the book, with articles about Mossman and Christ.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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| Guide to the J. H. (John Henry) Christ papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Editors--United States
- Frontier and pioneer life--Northwest, Pacific
- Pony express
- Publicity--United States
- Transportation
- Transportation—Horses, donkeys, and mules
Personal Names
- Christ, J. Heine
- Christ, J. Heine
- Mossman, Isaac Van Dorsey, 1830-1912
Geographical Names
- Pony Express National Historic Trail
- Washington Territory--History
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Drafts (documents)
- Manuscripts for publication
- Photographs
- Reminiscences
