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Register-Guard records , 1941-1946
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Eugene Register-Guard
- Title
- Register-Guard records
- Dates
- 1941-1946 (inclusive)19411946
- Quantity
- 2 linear feet, (4 containers) : 4 manuscript boxes
- Collection Number
- Bx 007
- Summary
- The Register-Guard began as the Eugene Guard newspaper, based in Eugene, Oregon. The collection contains files from the editor's desk and includes subject files and correspondence concerning local, city, and state issues and politics, 1941-1946.
- 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 Register-Guard began as the Eugene Guard newspaper, based in Eugene, Oregon. William M. "Bill" Tugman became the long standing managing editor for almost twenty years.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection contains files from the editor's desk and includes subject files and correspondence concerning local, city, and state issues and politics.
Subject files are alphabetically organized by subject title. Topics include academic freedom, Bonneville Dam, and Oregon politicians. Local Eugene and Springfield issues are prevalent.
Correspondence is filed by date and also by name when the amount of material warrants it. For example, there are multiple correspondence files for Wayne Morse. Correspondence also includes letters from private citizens as well as politicians and public figures.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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Guide to the Register-Guard Records |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Personal Names
- Morse, Wayne L. (Wayne Lyman), 1900-1974
- Tugman, William M. (William Masten), 1893-1961
Corporate Names
- Eugene Register-Guard
Geographical Names
- Eugene (Or.)--History
- Eugene (Or.)--Newspapers
- Eugene (Or.)--Newspapers
- Lane County (Or.)--History--Sources
- Oregon--Politics and government--1859-1950
- Springfield (Or.)--History--Sources
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Newspapers