Sam Strom papers, 1934

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Strom, Sam
Title
Sam Strom papers
Dates
1934 (inclusive)
Quantity
2 microfilm reels (1 pos., 1 neg.)
Collection Number
2108 (Accession No. 2108-001)
Summary
Reminiscences of Strom's experiences as a homesteader, miner, Western Federation of Miners Union official, and justice of the peace in the Upper Sauk Mining area in Snohomish County, Washington; 1934
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Open to all users

Languages
English

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Reminiscences of Strom's experiences as a homesteader, miner, Western Federation of Miners Union official, and justice of the peace in the Upper Sauk Mining area in Snohomish County, Washington; 1934.

Strom discusses the establishment of the mining camp at Monte Cristo, Wash. and the development of trail, road, and rail access into it. He lists some early pioneers on the Upper Sauk River. The reminiscence covers the years 1893-1934.

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Restrictions on Use

Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.

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Acquisition Information

Donated by Elizabeth Poehlman, 1/17/1973

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Subject Terms

  • Gold miners--Washington (State)--Snohomish County
  • Gold mines and mining--Washington (State)--Sauk River
  • Mining camps--Washington (State)--Monte Cristo

Personal Names

  • Strom, Sam--Archives

Corporate Names

  • Everett & Monte Cristo Railway
  • Western Federation of Miners--Officials and employees

Geographical Names

  • Monte Cristo (Wash.)
  • Sauk River (Wash.)--Gold discoveries

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Subject Terms

  • Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)