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Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Grand Lodge of Oregon records , 1891-1893
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Helman, Abel D., 1824-1910; Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Grand Lodge of Oregon
- Title
- Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Grand Lodge of Oregon records
- Dates
- 1891-1893 (inclusive)18911893
- Quantity
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0.025 linear feet, (1 folder)
- Collection Number
- B 073
- Summary
- The Independent Organization of Odd Fellows is a fraternal organization that traces its roots back to 17th century England; the first Odd Fellows lodge in Oregon was organized in 1852, in Salem. The collection (1891-1893) contains the transactions of Grand Master Abel D. Helman, of the Grand Chapter of Oregon.
- 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).
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The Independent Organization of Odd Fellows is a fraternal organization that traces its roots back to 17th century England. The first North American Odd Fellows lodge was founded in Baltimore, Maryland, on April 26, 1819.
The first Odd Fellows lodge in Oregon was organized in 1852, in Salem.
Abel Helman (1824 - ), of Ashland, Oregon, was an Oregon pioneer. He was the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Oregon in the late 1890s.
[Source: http://www.ioof.org/aboutus.html ]
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection (1891-1893) consists of two volumes containing the written record of decisions and transactions of Grand Master Abel D. Helman. One volume is from June 13, 1891 to May 13, 1892. The second volume is from May 19, 1892 to May 1893.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Fraternal organizations--Oregon
Geographical Names
- Oregon--Social life and customs--19th century
Form or Genre Terms
- Administrative records
