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Katherine L. Fenton letter , 1926 October 30
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Fenton, Katherine Lucas
- Title
- Katherine L. Fenton letter
- Dates
- 1926 October 301926-10-301926-10-30
- Quantity
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0.1 linear feet, (1 folder)
- Collection Number
- CA 1926 Oct 30
- Summary
- Katherine L. Fenton was a pioneer who settled in Portland, Or and a mother of two soldiers. Includes a letter in which she describes the lives of her family including her father as well as her own and the transformation from pioneer days to a modern progressive community.
- 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
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Katherine L. Fenton (1859-1930) was a pioneer who settled in Portland, Oregon and a mother of two soldiers. She was married to William D. Fenton who was a sergeant at Base Hospital 46, Bazoilles-sur-Meuse.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection consists of a letter in which Katherine Fenton describes the lives of her family including her father and herself. She also describes the transformation from pioneer days to a modern progressive community.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Description |
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| Guide to the Katherine L. Fenton Letter |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Pioneers--Oregon
Geographical Names
- Portland (Or.)--Social life and customs--19th century
Form or Genre Terms
- Letters (Correspondence)
Finding aid prepared by University of Oregon Libraries, Archivists' Toolkit Project Team and Amanda Steele
c2011
