John Markham papers, 1898-1972
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Markham, John, 1916-
- Title
- John Markham papers
- Dates
- 1898-1972 (inclusive)18981972
- Quantity
- .45 cubic ft. (1 document box)
- Collection Number
- 03372
- Summary
- The collection contains research materials and drafts of John Markham’s writings on Jackson Hole history focusing on the Markham family, the Ashton (Idaho)-Moran (Wyoming) Freight Line, and the construction of the successive Jackson Lake Dams which covered the original site of Moran, Wyoming. The collection also includes a copy of the booklet published by Markham in 1972 that digests much of this research.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- The creation of the EAD-version of this finding aid was made possible through a grant from the National Historic Publications and Records Commission.
Historical Note
John Bernard Markham was born June 17, 1916, on the Markham ranch near Moran, Wyoming. He received a B.S. degree in pharmacy from Idaho State College in Pocatello, Idaho, in 1947 and an A.A. degree in electronics from East Los Angeles College in 1963. He was employed by the United States Weather Bureau and as an electronics and communications engineer. He spent many years researching and writing on the history of the Jackson Hole, Wyoming, area.
Content Description
The collection contains research materials and drafts of Markham’s writings on Jackson Hole history focusing on the Markham family, the Ashton (Idaho)-Moran (Wyoming) Freight Line, and the construction of the successive Jackson Lake Dams which covered the original site of Moran, Wyoming. The collection also includes a copy of the booklet published by Markham in 1972 which digests much of this research.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, John Markham papers, 1898-1972, Collection Number 03372, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Related Materials
Related MaterialsFor additional archival collections created by John Markham, see:
John Markham papers, 1968-1971, Idaho State Historical Society, 450 N. 4th St., Boise, ID 83703 USA John Markham papers, 1970, Collection Number Spec Col MG 5548, University of Idaho Libraries, PO Box 442351 Moscow, Idaho 83844-2351 USAAcquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThe American Heritage Center received this material from John Markham between 1969 and 1976.
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by D.C. Thompson in August 2000.
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Ashton, Idaho-Moran, Wyoming Horse and Wagon Freight Line
Booklet
Dates: 1972Container: Box 1, Folder 1 -
Description: Ashton, Idaho-Moran, Wyoming Horse and Wagon Freight Line
Manuscript
Dates: 1970Container: Box 1, Folder 2 -
Description: Cattle Ranching in Jackson Hole, Wyoming: Hatchet and Elk Ranches
Manuscript
Dates: circa 1971Container: Box 1, Folder 3 -
Description: Cattle Ranching in Jackson Hole, Wyoming: Markham Ranch
Manuscript
Dates: circa 1971Container: Box 1, Folder 4 -
Description: Freight Teams
Copy photographs
Dates: 1898-1970Container: Box 1, Folder 5 -
Description: Jackson Hole
Copy negatives and copy photographs
Dates: circa 1900-1968Container: Box 1, Folders 6-7 -
Description: Jackson Lake Dam
Copy photographs
Dates: 1915, 1970Container: Box 1, Folder 8 -
Description: Jackson Lake Dam (Temporary)
Manuscript
Dates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder 9 -
Description: Jackson Lake Enlargement Project, 1914-1915
Copy negatives and copy photographs
Dates: 1914-circa 1950sContainer: Box 1, Folders 10-11 -
Description: John Markham Papers on Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Photocopies of research material and manuscripts as organized by Markham
Dates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folders 12-16 -
Description: John Markham Papers on Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Correspondence regarding possible publication
Dates: 1971-1972Container: Box 1, Folder 17 -
Description: Markham Family and Friends
Original and copy photographs
Dates: 1907-1970Container: Box 1, Folder 18 -
Description: Markham, Johanna Waldin and Joseph James
Manuscript
Dates: 1970Container: Box 1, Folder 19 -
Description: Minidoka Project
Photocopy of report
Dates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder 20 -
Description: Teton County – Brands
Research material
Dates: 1916, 1970Container: Box 1, Folder 21 -
Description: Teton County – Poisonous Plants
Research material
Dates: 1970Container: Box 1, Folder 22
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Dams--Wyoming.
- Ranching--Wyoming.
- Water resources development--Wyoming--Teton County.
Personal Names
- Markham, Johanna Waldin, 1881-
- Markham, Joseph James, 1889-
Corporate Names
- Ashton-Moran Freight Line Idaho-Wyoming.
- Minidoka Project, Idaho-Wyoming (U. S.)
Geographical Names
- Jackson Hole (Wyo.)
- Teton County (Wyo.)
- Wyoming--History--1890-1918.
- Wyoming--History--1919-1945.
- Wyoming--History--1946-
Form or Genre Terms
- Photographs.
Occupations
- Electric engineers.
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Markham, John, 1916- Ashton, Idaho--Moran, Wyoming horse and wagon freight line.
