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Ruth Myers Franchere papers , 1958-1969
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Franchere, Ruth (Ruth Myers)
- Title
- Ruth Myers Franchere papers
- Dates
- 1958-1969 (inclusive)19581969
- Quantity
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3 linear feet, (2 container)
- Collection Number
- Ax 548
- Summary
- Ruth Franchere was born in Mason City, Iowa and educated at the University of Iowa. Franchere was an author of books for juveniles, such as Willa and Hannah Herself. The collection includes correspondence, manuscripts, and research notes.
- 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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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Ruth Franchere was born in Mason City, Iowa to H. Verne and Celta Huffman. She married Hoyt Franchere, an author, in 1928, and graduated from the University of Iowa in 1930. Franchere was an author of books for juveniles and a member of the Author's Guild and the Author's League of America. She was an English lecturer at the University of Oregon, University of Washington and Portland State University.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection includes correspondence, manuscripts, and research notes. There are six manuscripts, 156 letters sent and 303 letters received.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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Guide to the Ruth Myers Franchere Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Women authors, American--20th century
- Young adult literature, American--Authorship
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Manuscripts for publication