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William Alexander Carter papers , 1850-1912
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Carter, William A. (William Alexander), 1818-1881; Carter, Mary E., 1830-1904
- Title
- William Alexander Carter papers
- Dates
- 1850-1912 (inclusive)18501912
- Quantity
- 1.5 linear feet, (3 containers) : 3 clamshell boxes
- Collection Number
- Ax 110
- Summary
- William Alexander Carter (1818-1881) was the sutler and post trader at Ft. Bridger, Wyoming, from 1858 to 1881, and his business was continued by his widow, Mary. The collection (1850-1912) contains invoices, receipts, contracts, checks, and minor personal correspondence.
- 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 production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection (1850-1912) contains invoices, receipts, contracts, checks, and minor personal correspondence.
The contents of the collection illustrate the varied business of an army post trader, before, during, and after the American Civil War.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the William Alexander Carter Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Frontier and pioneer life--West (U.S.)
- Sutlers--West (U.S.)
Personal Names
- Carter, Mary E., 1830-1904
- Carter, William A. (William Alexander), 1818-1881
- Carter, William A. (William Alexander), 1818-1881
Corporate Names
- United States. Army
Geographical Names
- Fort Bridger (Wyo.)--History
- United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Equipment and supplies
Form or Genre Terms
- Business records
- Contracts
- Correspondence
- Invoices
- Receipts (financial records)
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