John Telfer papers , 1857

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Telfer, John
Title
John Telfer papers
Dates
1857 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.1 linear feet, (1 folder)
Collection Number
A 122
Summary
John Telfer was an engineer for the British military in Canada. John Telfer's papers include many correspondence, most of which are outgoing to his brother and sister.
Repository
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

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.

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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

John Telfer (1777-1803) was an engineer for the British military in Canada. He resided in Fort St. John, British Columbia, and Quebec. Much of his family lived in Glasgow, Scotland.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

John Telfer's papers consists primarily of correspondence, most of which is outgoing to his brother and sister.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Engineers--Canada

Personal Names

  • Telfer, John

Geographical Names

  • British Columbia
  • Québec (Province)

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence
  • Letters (Correspondence)