Register-Guard records , 1941-1946

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Eugene Register-Guard
Title
Register-Guard records
Dates
1941-1946 (inclusive)
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
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
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

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